Riverside Institute of Technology was a public high school located in Buffalo, New York. It served Grades 9–12 and taught according to the Board of Regents. Riverside closed in June 2019 after years of low academic performance and safety concerns.
Serving 333 students in grades 9-12, Riverside Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside Academy High School's student population of 333 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 176% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Riverside Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Academy High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2956 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
41%
16%
White
11%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
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 Riverside Academy High School's ranking?
Riverside Academy High School is ranked #2956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside Academy High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverside Academy High School?
333 students attend Riverside Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Riverside Academy High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Academy High School?
Riverside Academy High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy High School offer ?
Riverside Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Academy High School part of?
Riverside Academy High School is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Academy High School located?
Riverside Academy High School is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Riverside.
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