Students at Rio Salado College are mainly White with a sizeable Hispanic population. The school has high racial diversity.
| Race | Percent of Students |
|---|---|
| White | 54% |
| Black | 12% |
| Hispanic | 20% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian / Alaskan | 2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Two or more races | 2% |
| International | 1% |
| Race Unknown | 7% |
| Students Over 25 Years Old | 42.7% |
| Part time Undergrads | 82.6% |
