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Riverside High

📍 Durham, North Carolina Public

1,900

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

20.3:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

9–12

🎓 Grade Levels

4 active grades

93.6

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Riverside High, a high public school serving grades 9–12 in Durham, North Carolina, with 1,900 students and a student-teacher ratio of 20.3:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Durham, North Carolina, Riverside High is a regular public school serving students from grades 9–12. The school operates within the Durham Public Schools in Durham County. With a current reported enrollment of 1,900 students, it provides a large campus community designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Riverside High maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 20.3:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 93.6 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Durham, the student body at Riverside High represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Hispanic (38.3%), Black or African American (28.1%), White (25.8%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, Riverside High participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 1,897 students (99.8%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

1,900 Students reported

Hispanic 38.3%

728 enrolled students

Black / African American 28.1%

534 enrolled students

White 25.8%

490 enrolled students

Two or more races 5%

95 enrolled students

Asian 2.6%

50 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%

3 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 1,900

👦 Male 56.3% (1,069) 👧 Female 43.7% (831)

🥗 Economic Diversity 99.8%

1,897 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

4 Grade Levels

591

9 ★ top

481

421

407

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School facts

Address 3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712

Phone (919) 560-3965

School district Durham Public Schools

County Durham County

Grades 9–12

Students 1,900 students

Student–teacher ratio 20.3:1

Full-time teachers 93.6

Community type City: Large

Level High

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 36.06601, -78.94834

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NCES school ID 370126002292

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

Address and how to get there

3218 Rose of Sharon Road

Durham, NC 27712 Durham County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at Riverside High? +

Riverside High serves students in grades 9–12. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with North Carolina state educational standards.

How many students attend Riverside High? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Riverside High has a total reported enrollment of 1,900 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Riverside High? +

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside High is 20.3:1, supported by approximately 93.6 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is Riverside High a public or private school? +

Riverside High is a traditional public school located in Durham, North Carolina under the administration of the Durham Public Schools.

Does Riverside High participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs? +

Yes, approximately 1,897 students (99.8%) at Riverside High are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.

Where is Riverside High located? +

Riverside High is located at 3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (919) 560-3965 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.