Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, River Cities High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Cities High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
River Cities High School's student population of 77 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Cities High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Cities High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1205 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
79%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Cities High School's ranking?
River Cities High School is ranked #1205 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Cities High School?
The graduation rate of River Cities High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend River Cities High School?
77 students attend River Cities High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of River Cities High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Cities High School?
River Cities High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Cities High School offer ?
River Cities High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Cities High School part of?
River Cities High School is part of Wisconsin Rapids School District.
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