Since 1997 the school enrolls 30 to 40 people in its International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme each year, where instruction is offered in English.

[5] Passing the exam enables them to pursue their higher education in German speaking countries.

Its students' average results on school leaving (state) exams are the highest in the country.

[6][7][8] Riga State Gymnasium No.1 is also the best school in Latvia based on its students' achievements at various domestic and international academic competitions.

[9] Many of the graduates continue their education at highly ranked universities abroad, particularly in the UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the USA.