Serving 1,986 students in grades 9-12, Riverhead Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverhead Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverhead Senior High School's student population of 1,986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
School Rankings
Riverhead Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverhead Senior High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverhead Senior High School's ranking?
Riverhead Senior High School is ranked #621 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School is 81%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverhead Senior High School?
1,986 students attend Riverhead Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Riverhead Senior High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverhead Senior High School?
Riverhead Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverhead Senior High School offer ?
Riverhead Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverhead Senior High School part of?
Riverhead Senior High School is part of Riverhead Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverhead Senior High School located?
Riverhead Senior High School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of Riverhead, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in North Fork.
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