River Ridge High School modernization

Major modernization work began in July 2022 at River Ridge High School. The project includes improving classroom space and performing arts facilities, connecting the main building to the auxiliary gym, and converting the football field to artificial turf with lights. Scheduled completion: 2027.

Phase 1 (Summer 2022–Fall 2023)

New Hoh Street access road started
Reroute and installation of new utilities (sewer, power, gas, stormwater)
Portable classrooms placed on site (17 buildings, 34 classrooms)
New tennis court constructed in new location
New athletic locker rooms and weight rooms constructed
Pool mechanical and electrical replaced
New Phase 1 bus loop created
Temporary parking installed
Main and auxiliary gym improvements made

Phase 2 (Fall 2023–Fall 2025)

Demolition of Admin Building, House A, and athletic/weight room building
New administration, kitchen, and classroom addition constructed
Renovation of existing bus loop and front parking lot
Commons area reconstructed
Construction of temporary kitchen

May 2025 Update

Completing construction of the new classroom wing and library to open in fall 2025!
Continuing construction of the administration and the band and choir/orchestra wings.
Beginning construction of a spin room for physical education.
Renovating the north portion of the Career and Technical Education building.
Removing the portables.
Re-roofing the swimming pool building.
Refinishing the main gym floor.
Beginning the retaining wall for the new football field.
Regrading and paving the north bus loop.
Constructing the new southwest student parking lot.
Repaving the intersection at the Hoh Street bus loop entry.