Serving 908 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Riverhead Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverhead Charter School's student population of 908 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 139% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverhead Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverhead Charter School is 0.45, 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
#1603 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
17%
16%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverhead Charter School's ranking?
Riverhead Charter School is ranked #1603 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverhead Charter School often compared to?
Riverhead Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riley Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverhead Charter School?
908 students attend Riverhead Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverhead Charter School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverhead Charter School?
Riverhead Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverhead Charter School offer ?
Riverhead Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverhead Charter School part of?
Riverhead Charter School is part of Riverhead Charter School District.
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