Needs Improvement
#1991 of 2,105 schools in WI
Riverside High
High School · Milwaukee School District
1615 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Enrollment
1,162
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,162
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,991 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#153 of 176
public schools
In district
#134 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Riverside High
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About Riverside High
Riverside High is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Riverside High serves approximately 1,162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,991 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside High show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at Riverside High 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 — Students at Riverside High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Riverside High Compares
See how Riverside High 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
1615 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shorewood High (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH STUDY (rated 3.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Maryland Montessori Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Shorewood High Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| New Horizons for Learning Shorewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| Holmes Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| TAMARACK WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Atwater Elementary Shorewood | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH STUDY Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Cass Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,206
Median Home Value
$413,500
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
34,427
College Educated
74%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tomah High Tomah, WI | 3.7 |
| West High Appleton, WI | 3.7 |
| Antigo High Antigo, WI | 3.8 |
| Parker High Janesville, WI | 3.8 |
| Southwest High Green Bay, WI | 3.8 |
| North High Sheboygan, WI | 3.6 |
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 1,162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside High is 14.9:1. 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 WI?
Riverside High ranks #1,991 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Riverside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
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?
84.3% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,162
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.1%
- Phone
- (414) 906-4900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 73.0%
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #134 of 154
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