At a glance
Reported students
231
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
11.84
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
40th percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
231
River Valley Charter: 231 reported students.
State peer staffing position
53rd percentile
19.5:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 233
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12.29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19:1
What the reported data says about River Valley Charter
River Valley Charter is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in Lakeside. It is one of 1 current school records connected to River Valley Charter District. NCES reports 231 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 40th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.5:1, close to the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (68.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (24.2%). English learners represent 2.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 2 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking River Valley Charter
- 1How do the reported 19.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 11.84 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White68.4%
- Hispanic24.2%
- Black2.2%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
2 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near River Valley Charter
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Capitan High High · Grossmont Union High | 09–12 | 1,810 | 1.6 mi |
| Santana High High · Grossmont Union High | 09–12 | 1,621 | 1.8 mi |
| Chaparral High High · Grossmont Union High | 09–12 | 45 | 3.5 mi |
| MERIT Academy High · Grossmont Union High | 09–12 | 68 | 3.5 mi |
| IDEA Center High · Grossmont Union High | 09–12 | 127 | 3.5 mi |
| Altus Schools East County High · Charter · Altus Schools East County District | 07–12 | 287 | 3.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about River Valley Charter
What grades does River Valley Charter serve?
River Valley Charter reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in River Valley Charter District.
How many students attend River Valley Charter?
River Valley Charter reported 231 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 40th percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 233 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at River Valley Charter?
The calculated ratio is 19.5:1, based on 231 students and 11.84 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is River Valley Charter a public, charter, or magnet school?
River Valley Charter is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of River Valley Charter students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is River Valley Charter in?
River Valley Charter is part of River Valley Charter District, based in Lakeside, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near River Valley Charter?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include El Capitan High (1.6 mi), Santana High (1.8 mi), Chaparral High (3.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.