Excellent
#142 of 1,226 schools in OR
Top 12% in state
Riverdale High School
High School · Riverdale SD 51J
9727 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97219
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Portland
#56 of 148
public schools
Oregon high schools
#6 of 250
In district
#2 of 2
Riverdale SD 51J
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Riverdale High School
Riverdale High School is a public high school in Portland, OR, part of the Riverdale SD 51J. The school serves approximately 164 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 88.5th percentile among OR schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 66% proficiency in math, 34 points above the state average and 82% in reading/language arts, 39 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $115,525, where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 164 students, Riverdale High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Riverdale High School — Students at Riverdale High School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from OR 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: 8.2/10.
How Riverdale High School Compares
See how Riverdale High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 54.5% (2019) to 59.1% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 95% (2019) to 84.2% (2025).
Location
9727 SW Terwilliger Blvd, Portland, OR 97219
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverdale High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lake Oswego Senior High School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Oswego), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Capitol Hill Elementary School Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| L'ETOILE FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Stephenson Elementary School Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School Portland | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Rieke Elementary School Portland | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| MAIMONIDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.7 mi | — |
| Forest Hills Elementary School Lake Oswego | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Jackson Middle School Portland | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Riverdale Grade School Portland | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Lake Oswego Senior High School Lake Oswego | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Gray Middle School Portland | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Sellwood Middle School Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Lake Oswego Middle School Lake Oswego | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HILLTOP EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Portland | 2.2 mi | — |
| SONSHINE EXPRESS PRESCHOOL Lake Oswego | 2.0 mi | — |
| A RENAISSANCE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Portland | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School Portland | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| MAAYAN TORAH DAY SCHOOL Lake Oswego | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,525
Median Home Value
$651,600
Median Rent
$1,603/mo
Population
43,111
College Educated
66.1%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Riverdale High School has a median household income of $115,525. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $651,600, with a median rent of $1,603/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heppner Junior/Senior High School Heppner, OR | 8.4 |
| PORTLAND ADVENTIST ACADEMY Portland, OR | 8.4 |
| Waldport High School Waldport, OR | 8.6 |
| Early College High School Salem, OR | 8.1 |
| Pilot Rock High School Pilot Rock, OR | 8.1 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY Portland, OR | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverdale High School
What grades does Riverdale High School serve?
Riverdale High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverdale High School rank in OR?
Riverdale High School is ranked #142 out of 1,226 schools in OR.
What is Riverdale High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverdale High School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Riverdale High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Riverdale High School has 65.8% math proficiency and 82.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Riverdale High School a charter school?
No, Riverdale High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverdale High School a Title I school?
No, Riverdale High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 29 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 30 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 50 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (6,288/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Multnomah County
- Phone
- (503) 262-4844
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Riverdale SD 51J- District Enrollment
- 564
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,111
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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