River Falls High School is a public high school in River Falls, Wisconsin.
Serving 1,062 students in grades 9-12, River Falls High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,062 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
River Falls High School's student population of 1,062 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,062 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1887
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
River Falls High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Falls High School is 0.22, 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
#412 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Falls High School's ranking?
River Falls High School is ranked #412 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are River Falls High School often compared to?
River Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prescott High School, Ellsworth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Falls High School?
The graduation rate of River Falls High School is 96%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend River Falls High School?
1,062 students attend River Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of River Falls High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Falls High School?
River Falls High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Falls High School offer ?
River Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Falls High School part of?
River Falls High School is part of River Falls School District.
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