River Forest High School
565 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
River Forest High School, located at 3300 Indiana St in Hobart, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the River Forest Community School Corporation. The school is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic environment that focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of core curriculum, vocational training, and extracurricular engagement. As a pillar of the local community, the school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere aimed at fostering both academic achievement and character development among its diverse student body.
Beyond the classroom, River Forest High School maintains an active campus culture centered on athletics, arts, and student-led organizations. By offering various sports programs and clubs, the school encourages students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and school spirit. The administration and faculty strive to cultivate a safe and inclusive learning environment, working closely with families and the surrounding Hobart community to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary tools and resources to transition into their adult lives, whether they choose to pursue higher education, military service, or the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, River Forest High School maintains an active campus culture centered on athletics, arts, and student-led organizations. By offering various sports programs and clubs, the school encourages students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and school spirit. The administration and faculty strive to cultivate a safe and inclusive learning environment, working closely with families and the surrounding Hobart community to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary tools and resources to transition into their adult lives, whether they choose to pursue higher education, military service, or the workforce.
565
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 152 |
| Hispanic | 238 |
| Black | 136 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 32 |
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Hispanic238 (42.1%)
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White152 (26.9%)
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Black136 (24.1%)
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Two or More32 (5.7%)
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Asian7 (1.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | River Forest Community Sch Corp |
| Phone: | (219)962-7551 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 565 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 374 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 33 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
156
Grade 10
138
Grade 11
143
Grade 12
128
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 156 |
| Grade 10 | 138 |
| Grade 11 | 143 |
| Grade 12 | 128 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 255 | 45.1% |
| Male | 310 | 54.9% |
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