Average
#2184 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Riverside High School
High School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
565 WARBURTON AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Enrollment
981
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
981
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,184 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#12 of 41
public schools
In district
#13 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverside High School
Riverside High School is a public high school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riverside High School serves approximately 981 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,184 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside High School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
75% of students at Riverside High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside High School — Students at Riverside High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Riverside High School Compares
See how Riverside High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
565 WARBURTON AVE, Yonkers, NY 10701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GORTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MUSEUM SCHOOL 25 Yonkers | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| HUDSON VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.3 mi | — |
| GORTON HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL 16 Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| GREENBURGH ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| CHARTER SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CROSS HILL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| YONKERS EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PAIDEIA SCHOOL 24 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,310
Median Home Value
$412,900
Median Rent
$1,694/mo
Population
70,054
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
27.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.8
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|---|---|
| EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden, NY | 6.5 |
| MONTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL Monticello, NY | 6.5 |
| AMITYVILLE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Amityville, NY | 6.6 |
| HUTCHINSON CENTRAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.4 |
| INTERNATIONAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Buffalo, NY | 6.4 |
| KINGSBOROUGH EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside High School
What grades does Riverside High School serve?
Riverside High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has an enrollment of approximately 981 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside High School rank in NY?
Riverside High School ranks #2,184 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riverside High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Riverside High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside High School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021).
Is Riverside High School a charter school?
No, Riverside High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside High School a Title I school?
No, Riverside High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 981
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.7%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8425
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #13 of 40
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