Riverside Preparatory is an alternative public charter school located in Oro Grande, California, serving 2,508 students in grades K-12. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority of Hispanic and African American students, as well as a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged students.
Riverside Preparatory stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with a 97.2% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. The school also has a low dropout rate of 1.7%, compared to higher rates at some nearby alternative schools like Snowline Academy and Mojave River Academy - Marble City. While Riverside Preparatory's test scores are below the state averages, they are generally higher than those of the nearby alternative schools, with 37.97% of 11th-graders scoring proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 46.67% at Snowline Academy and 28.57% at Mojave River Academy - Marble City.
Riverside Preparatory's diverse student population and focus on serving economically disadvantaged students are also notable characteristics. The school has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (80.82%) compared to the state average, indicating a significant need for support. Additionally, Riverside Preparatory has a lower student-teacher ratio of 23:1, which may contribute to its relatively strong academic performance compared to nearby alternative schools in the Snowline Joint Unified, Mojave River Academy - Marble City District, and other surrounding districts.
Riverside Preparatory ranks in the bottom 21.7% of California alternative schools.
In the 2022-23 school year, 2,508 students attended Riverside Preparatory.
Students at Riverside Preparatory are 60% Hispanic, 18% African American, 15% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 1% American Indian, 1% Pacific Islander.
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