At a glance
Reported students
1,259
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
70.45
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Louisiana high enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 274 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
563
Riverdale High School: 1,259 reported students.
State peer staffing position
83rd percentile
17.9:1 reported; state peer median 14.2:1. 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
- 985
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.7:1
What the reported data says about Riverdale High School
Riverdale High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Jefferson. It is one of 75 current school records connected to Jefferson Parish. NCES reports 1,259 students for 2024–25.
Among 274 high schools in Louisiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 575 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.9:1, above the Louisiana median of 14.2:1 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 Hispanic or Latino (40.7%) and White (29.1%). English learners represent 7.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Riverdale High School
- 1How do the reported 17.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 70.45 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
- 7.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 8.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 58.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- 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
- White29.1%
- Hispanic40.7%
- Black23%
- Asian4.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.8%
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
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as 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 Jefferson Parish
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
East Jefferson High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,381 reported students
L.W. Higgins High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,136 reported students
West Jefferson High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,438 reported students
Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies
High · Grades 06–12
872 reported students
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy
High · Grades 06–12
871 reported students
Jefferson RISE Charter School
High · Grades 06–12
764 reported students
Public schools near Riverdale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Virtual High School High · Jefferson Parish | 09–12 | 67 | 0.4 mi |
| JCFA-East High · Charter · JCFA-East | 09–12 | 154 | 0.4 mi |
| East Jefferson High School High · Jefferson Parish | 09–12 | 1,381 | 1.6 mi |
| Eleanor McMain Secondary School High · Charter · Eleanor McMain Secondary School | 09–13 | 690 | 3.5 mi |
| Haynes Academy School for Advanced Studies High · Jefferson Parish | 06–12 | 872 | 3.7 mi |
| Sophie B. Wright Institute of Academic Excellence High · Charter · Sophie B Wright Institute of Academic Excellence | 06–13 | 534 | 4.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Riverdale High School
What grades does Riverdale High School serve?
Riverdale High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Jefferson Parish.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School reported 1,259 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 274 Louisiana high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 985 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Riverdale High School?
The calculated ratio is 17.9:1, based on 1,259 students and 70.45 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Louisiana median for the same school level is 14.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Riverdale High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Riverdale 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 Riverdale High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
58.7% 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 Riverdale High School in?
Riverdale High School is part of Jefferson Parish, based in Harvey, LA, which operates 75 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Riverdale High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Jefferson Virtual High School (0.4 mi), JCFA-East (0.4 mi), East Jefferson High School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.