Legacy Strong. Future Ready. Tiger Proud.

We provide a safe, supportive, and vibrant learning environment that focuses on academic excellence and personal growth.

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Riverside Academies

Riverside academies offer students specialized pathways to explore their passions and prepare for future success.

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College Prep Program

Our rigorous college-preparatory program ensures every student is well-prepared for life after graduation.

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Athletics

Our athletics program fosters teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, empowering students to reach their full potential.

Enroll at Riverside!

For students entering ninth grade, please review the MPS High School Enrollment page for instructions on how to enroll. Please see here for more information as well! 

For the 2025–26 school year, students entering grades 10–12, please complete the RUHS Student Application. Be sure to attach your transcript(s) before submitting the form. Someone will reach out to you!

For the 2026–27 school year, ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS should complete the RUHS Student Application. Be sure to attach your transcript(s) before submitting the form. Someone will reach out to you!

Grades

9th–12th Grade

School Hours

8:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.

Milwaukee Public School Foundation

You can give to Riverside University High School with a tax-deductible gift to the Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation, Inc. Be sure to add “Riverside University High School” to the Gift Notes and Instructions section. 

Advanced Learning, Real-World Opportunities

As one of the top Advanced Placement (AP) high schools in MPS, our students enjoy access to highly sought-after courses—including robotics, biomedical sciences, world languages, visual and performing arts, and career exploration—that stand out on college applications.

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