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#272 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 23% in state

Riverside High

High School · Greenville 01

794 Hammett Bridge Road, Greer, SC 29650

Enrollment

1,816

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#272 of 1,176

In Greer

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#21 of 88

Greenville 01

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Riverside High

7.5/10

High School in Greer · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Riverside Middle

7.2/10

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7.3/10

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About Riverside High

Riverside High is a public high school in Greer, SC, part of Greenville 01. Riverside High serves approximately 1,816 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside High show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • SC avg 7.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency86% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation24.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,375
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Riverside High — Students at Riverside High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
96%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
96%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
95%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Riverside High Compares

See how Riverside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in SC
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24.7% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·35 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

794 Hammett Bridge Road, Greer, SC 29650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greer Middle College Charter High (rated 9.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Taylors), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eastside High (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Taylors), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greer, see our Greer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverside Middle Greer 0.4 mi 7.2
Woodland Elementary Greer 0.7 mi 7.3
Buena Vista Elementary Greer 1.4 mi 7.8
AS-SABEEL ACADEMY Greer 1.5 mi 8.0
Brushy Creek Elementary Taylors 2.4 mi 7.4
Eastside High Taylors 2.6 mi 7.4
TAYLORS FIRST PRE-ACADEMY Taylors 2.9 mi
PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Taylors 2.9 mi 6.6
Brook Glenn Elementary Taylors 3.1 mi 6.4
Chandler Creek Elementary Greer 3.8 mi 5.6
Northwood Middle Taylors 3.4 mi 6.3
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ACADEMY AT SHANNON FOREST Greenville 4.2 mi 6.5
GREEN Charter School Greenville 4.2 mi 8.3
Crestview Elementary Greer 4.6 mi 5.1
Mitchell Road Elementary Greenville 4.0 mi 7.3
MITCHELL ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenville 4.1 mi 6.1
Pelham Road Elementary Greenville 4.3 mi 8.1
Greer Middle College Charter High Taylors 4.9 mi 9.4
Oakview Elementary Simpsonville 5.4 mi 8.0
Taylors Elementary Taylors 4.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,640

Median Home Value

$332,300

Median Rent

$1,344/mo

Population

41,272

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Lower Richland High Hopkins, SC 7.5
Mauldin High Mauldin, SC 7.5
North Augusta High North Augusta, SC 7.5
Wade Hampton High Greenville, SC 7.5
Colleton County High Walterboro, SC 7.4
D. W. Daniel High Central, SC 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside High

What grades does Riverside High serve?

Riverside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Riverside High?

Riverside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,816 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside High is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverside High rank in SC?

Riverside High ranks #272 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Riverside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside High has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Riverside High a charter school?

No, Riverside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riverside High a Title I school?

No, Riverside High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside High?

34.5% of students at Riverside High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,816
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Greenville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

Greenville 01
District Enrollment
78,371
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,375
District Rank
#21 of 88

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