At a glance
Reported students
1,238
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
98.53
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Indiana high enrollment
81st percentile
Compared with 437 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
399
Riley High School: 1,238 reported students.
State peer staffing position
28th percentile
12.6:1 reported; state peer median 14.3:1. 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
- 1,031
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84.38
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
What the reported data says about Riley High School
Riley High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in South Bend. It is one of 31 current school records connected to South Bend Community School Corp. NCES reports 1,238 students for 2024–25.
Among 437 high schools in Indiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 481 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 81st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.6:1, below the Indiana median of 14.3:1 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 Black (39.7%) and White (25.8%). English learners represent 4.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Riley High School
- 1How do the reported 12.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 98.53 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 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 57.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.34
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White25.8%
- Hispanic24.4%
- Black39.7%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial9%
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
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
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.
Other schools in South Bend Community School Corp
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Washington High School
High · Grades 09–12
795 reported students
Adams High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,966 reported students
Rise Up Academy at Eggleston
High · Grades 09–12
149 reported students
Clay High School
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Jefferson Traditional School
Middle · Grades 06–08
591 reported students
Harrison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
555 reported students
Public schools near Riley High School
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend High · Charter · Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend | 09–12 | 138 | 1.1 mi |
| Adams High School High · South Bend Community School Corp | 09–12 | 1,966 | 1.3 mi |
| Rise Up Academy at Eggleston High · South Bend Community School Corp | 09–12 | 149 | 2.2 mi |
| Excel Center - South Bend High · Charter · Excel Center - South Bend | 09–12 | 296 | 3 mi |
| Cavemen Academy of Virtual Excellence High · School City of Mishawaka | 06–12 | 162 | 3.4 mi |
| Washington High School High · South Bend Community School Corp | 09–12 | 795 | 4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Riley High School
What grades does Riley High School serve?
Riley High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in South Bend Community School Corp.
How many students attend Riley High School?
Riley High School reported 1,238 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 81st percentile among 437 Indiana high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,031 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Riley High School?
The calculated ratio is 12.6:1, based on 1,238 students and 98.53 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Indiana median for the same school level is 14.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Riley High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Riley High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Riley High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
57.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Riley High School in?
Riley High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp, based in South Bend, IN, which operates 31 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Riley High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend (1.1 mi), Adams High School (1.3 mi), Rise Up Academy at Eggleston (2.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.