RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the SARASOTA school district, located in SARASOTA, FL with about 2,598 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 129 teachers, RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL, located in Sarasota, Florida, is a prominent public secondary institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and a comprehensive student experience. Serving the Sarasota County School District, the school has built a strong reputation for its rigorous curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and specialized programs like the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. These academic pathways are designed to prepare students for success in higher education and competitive career fields, fostering a culture of high achievement and intellectual curiosity.
Beyond the classroom, RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through a vibrant extracurricular landscape. The campus is home to a diverse selection of athletic teams, performing arts programs, and student-led clubs, allowing pupils to explore their talents and engage with the community. With its iconic architectural design—often referred to as the "Ram" campus—and a focus on fostering school spirit, Riverview maintains a long-standing tradition of community involvement and pride, positioning itself as a central pillar of the Sarasota educational landscape.
For more information, contact RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL at (941) 923-1484 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SARASOTA, FL 34231-5141
(941) 923-1484
RIVERVIEW HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SARASOTA, FL with about 2,598 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- SARASOTA
- Total Students:
- 2,598
- Teachers:
- 129
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,598 students
- White
- 64.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.2%
- Black or African American
- 8.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.8%
- Asian
- 3.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 49.7%
- Male
- 50.3%
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.