RIVERSIDE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

RIVERSIDE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY is a Title I public high school that is part of the BUFFALO CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in BUFFALO, NY with about 224 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 30 teachers, RIVERSIDE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

RIVERSIDE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (often referred to as Riverside Academy) is a public secondary school located in the Black Rock neighborhood of Buffalo, New York, and operates under the jurisdiction of the Buffalo Public Schools district. The school is situated at 51 Ontario Street, a historic site that has long served the local community. Historically, the building functioned as a traditional high school known as Riverside High School, but it has undergone various restructurings and program alignments over the years to better meet the evolving academic and vocational needs of its student population.

As part of the Buffalo Public Schools system, the institution focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for college and career readiness. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while often integrating technological literacy and hands-on learning opportunities intended to equip students with modern workforce skills. For the most current information regarding specific academic programs, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment details, students and families are encouraged to visit the official district website at [www.buffaloschools.org](http://www.buffaloschools.org).

For more information, contact RIVERSIDE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY at (716) 816-4360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.