Riverbend High School is a public secondary school located in Spotsylvania, Virginia, and is part of Spotsylvania County ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools. Opened in 2004, Riverbend is Spotsylvania County's newest high school. The school mascot is a bear and the school colors are royal blue and emerald green.
Serving 1,950 students in grades 9-12, Riverbend High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,950 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbend High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverbend High School's student population of 1,950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Green, Royal blue, Emerald
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend High School is 0.63, 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
#911 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
13%
22%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Riverbend Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend High School's ranking?
Riverbend High School is ranked #911 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Riverbend High School often compared to?
Riverbend High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland High School, Spotsylvania High School, Massaponax High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverbend High School?
The graduation rate of Riverbend High School is 89%, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Riverbend High School?
1,950 students attend Riverbend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Riverbend High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend High School?
Riverbend High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverbend High School offer ?
Riverbend High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverbend High School part of?
Riverbend High School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
School Reviews
1 2/17/2020
Has some very caring staff member, but many made you feel inferior. The school is kinda on the rich and racist side with all honesty black students have been known to be treated differently and I personally was told to drop out by administrators I would not recommend this school for anyone for any reason unless you you want to say we have Money..
5 4/14/2018
Its Great
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