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#111 of 1,851 schools in VA

Top 6% in state

Riverside High

High School · Loudoun County Public Schools

19019 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176

Enrollment

1,749

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#111 of 1,851

In Leesburg

#2 of 19

public schools

In district

#21 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

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

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About Riverside High

Riverside High is a public high school in Leesburg, VA, part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Riverside High serves approximately 1,749 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside High show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

What's said publicly about Riverside High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Riverside High School is a public secondary school located in Lansdowne, a subdivision of Leesburg in Loudoun County, Virginia 1 . The institution operates as part of the Loudoun County Public Schools system 1 .
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How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • VA avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.18 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.3 pts
Overall Proficiency90% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)85% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation47.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,934
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Riverside High — Students at Riverside High score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 85%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 94.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 15 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
94%
2017
ELA
97%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
95%
2025
Math
84%
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: 8.8/10.

How Riverside High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in VA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
23
10 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
126 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
47.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
10 boys'·13 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

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

Location

19019 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), with a comparable rating. Another option is Stone Bridge High (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Ashburn), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Belmont Ridge Middle Leesburg 0.1 mi 7.2
FUSION ACADEMY LOUDOUN Leesburg 0.7 mi 7.9
Seldens Landing Elementary Leesburg 0.8 mi 7.5
VIRGINIA ACADEMY Ashburn 1.9 mi 5.9
Harper Park Middle Leesburg 1.8 mi 6.5
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg 1.9 mi 8.9
Newton-Lee Elementary Ashburg 2.5 mi 7.7
Trailside Middle Ashburn 2.6 mi 8.8
Belmont Station Elementary Ashburn 2.7 mi 7.2
Ashburn Elementary Ashburn 2.9 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn 2.9 mi 7.3
LOUDOUN SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Ashburn 3.1 mi 8.5
Stone Bridge High Ashburn 3.2 mi 8.4
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 3.0 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ASHBURN Ashburn 3.1 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 2.9 mi
Cedar Lane Elementary Ashburn 3.7 mi 8.3
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg 3.2 mi 7.5
Farmwell Station Middle Ashburn 3.9 mi 7.7
Sanders Corner Elementary Ashburn 3.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,870

Median Home Value

$702,400

Median Rent

$2,089/mo

Population

50,002

College Educated

58.9%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

38.7

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

School Rating
Briar Woods High Ashburn, VA 8.8
Princess Anne High Virginia Beach, VA 8.9
Hampton High Hampton, VA 8.7
Hanover High Mechanicsville, VA 8.7
Salem High Salem, VA 8.7
Tabb High Yorktown, VA 8.7

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 1,749 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside High?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside High is 13.9:1. 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 VA?

Riverside High ranks #111 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Riverside High's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Riverside High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside High has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

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?

17.4% 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,749
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
126
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#21 of 96

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