What types of schools are available in Riverside, California?

Riverside, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Riverside, California

Q: How many schools are in Riverside, California?

There are 77 schools in Riverside, California, serving 56,725 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Riverside?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Riverside, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 77 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

56,725

Total Students

Across Riverside

21.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

77 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)19 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,484 students at Polytechnic High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 15:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Jackson Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

4585 Jackson St., Riverside, CA 92503

2700 Irving St., Riverside, CA 92503

7675 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA 92504

9631 Hayes St., Riverside, CA 92503

3975 Maplewood Pl., Riverside, CA 92506

3635 Madison St., Riverside, CA 92504

690 Center St., Riverside, CA 92507

700 Highlander Dr., Riverside, CA 92507

4285 Jefferson St., Riverside, CA 92504

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

6400 Lincoln Ave., Riverside, CA 92506

Longfellow Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

3610 Eucalyptus Ave., Riverside, CA 92507

Mountain View Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

6180 Streeter Ave., Riverside, CA 92504

6200 Riverside Ave., Riverside, CA 92506

1550 West Third St., Riverside, CA 92507

8535 Garfield Ave., Riverside, CA 92504

5450 Victoria Ave., Riverside, CA 92506

2910 Arlington Ave., Riverside, CA 92506

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

4950 Central Ave., Riverside, CA 92504

Sunshine Special Education

publichighGrade 12-12

9390 California Ave., Riverside, CA 92503

University Heights Middle

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

1155 Massachusetts Ave., Riverside, CA 92507

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Riverside

Riverside, California is home to 77 schools serving over 56,725 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Riverside, California?

There are 77 schools in Riverside, serving 56,725 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Riverside?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Riverside include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Riverside?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Riverside is 21.8:1.

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