Riverview High School is a public high school in Riverview, Florida. It is operated as part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district.
Serving 2,496 students in grades 9-12, Riverview High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Riverview High School's student population of 2,496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverview High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2159 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shark
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview High School's ranking?
Riverview High School is ranked #2159 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riverview High School often compared to?
Riverview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomingdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverview High School?
The graduation rate of Riverview High School is 97%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverview High School?
2,496 students attend Riverview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Riverview High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverview High School?
Riverview High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverview High School offer ?
Riverview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview High School part of?
Riverview High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverview High School located?
Riverview High School is located in the Boyette neighborhood of Riverview, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Boyette.
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