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.
565
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for River Forest High School
Demographic Student Count
White152
Hispanic238
Black136
Asian7
Two or More32
  • Hispanic
    238 (42.1%)
  • White
    152 (26.9%)
  • Black
    136 (24.1%)
  • Two or More
    32 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    7 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for River Forest High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9156
Grade 10138
Grade 11143
Grade 12128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for River Forest High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25545.1%
Male31054.9%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)