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Riverdale High School

High School · Rutherford County

802 Warrior DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Enrollment

2,124

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,163 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#28 of 32

public schools

In district

#35 of 50

Rutherford County

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

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

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About Riverdale High School

Riverdale High School is a public high school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Riverdale High School serves approximately 2,124 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverdale High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,163 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Riverdale High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Riverdale High School is a large school: 2,124 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation7.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Riverdale High School — Students at Riverdale High School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
49%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
45%
2016
ELA
50%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
34.3%
ELA
48.3%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Riverdale High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
174 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
7.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·15 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

802 Warrior DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverdale High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holloway High School (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ICM ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.2 mi
Discovery School Murfreesboro 1.6 mi 7.8
Barfield Elementary Murfreesboro 1.9 mi 6.3
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 1.8 mi
McFadden School Of Excellence Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 8.7
BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI Murfreesboro 2.0 mi
Cason Lane Academy Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 7.3
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 6.5
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 2.2 mi 7.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF MURFREESBORO Murfreesboro 2.3 mi
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 8.0
Black Fox Elementary Murfreesboro 2.5 mi 6.3
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 3.0 mi 7.6
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.4
Scales Elementary School Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 5.9
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 5.0
Salem Elementary School Murfreesboro 2.9 mi 8.7
FRANKLIN ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 5.2
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 4.0 mi 4.9
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 4.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,069

Median Home Value

$364,100

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

77,016

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

65.4%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

32.2

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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 2,124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale High School is 12.2:1. 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 TN?

Riverdale High School ranks #1,163 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Riverdale High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverdale High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Riverdale High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverdale High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,124
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
174
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#35 of 50

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