RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL

RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the LEE school district, located in FORT MYERS, FL with about 2,310 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 107 teachers, RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Fort Myers, Florida, is a public secondary institution serving the Lee County School District. As a staple of the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a variety of extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The school is known for fostering an environment that encourages student engagement through athletics, arts, and various career-oriented technical programs.

In addition to its standard academic offerings, RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes community involvement and school spirit, often referred to by the mascot, the Raiders. The campus provides students with access to modern facilities and resources aimed at supporting diverse learning styles. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and personal development, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL at (239) 694-4141 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2600 BUCKINGHAM RD
FORT MYERS, FL 33905-2417
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RIVERDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FORT MYERS, FL with about 2,310 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
LEE
Total Students:
2,310
Teachers:
107
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,310 students

White
51.5%
Hispanic/Latino
33.6%
Black or African American
10.3%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.