Buffalo Island Central High School vs Riverside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Arkansas, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Island Central High School
Monette · Public high · Grades 7–12
316 students
Riverside High School
Lake City · Public high · Grades 7–12
342 students
| Measure | Buffalo Island Central High School Monette, Arkansas | Riverside High School Lake City, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 276 | #110 of 276 |
| National rank | #8121 of 16,910 | #9267 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 316 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 29% |
| city | Monette | Lake City |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buffalo Island Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 46.7).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 29%).
- •Buffalo Island Central High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Riverside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.4% vs 54.1%).
- •Riverside High School does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 9.0).
- •Riverside High School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 316.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo Island Central High School better than Riverside High School?
On the Success Index (US), Buffalo Island Central High School ranks higher (51.0 vs 46.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Buffalo Island Central High School and Riverside High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Monette and Lake City in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Island Central High School: 316. Riverside High School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Island Central High School and Riverside High School rank in Arkansas?
Buffalo Island Central High School is 81st of 276 and Riverside High School is 110th of 276 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).