River Valley Community School (Closed 2004)

817 W Union St
Athens, OH 45701
River Valley Community School in Athens, OH offers co–ed, nonsectarian education for grades PK through 7 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 60 students total, with 44 students in kindergarten through 12th grade, supported by 5 teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 12:1.
River Valley Community School is a member of the European Council for International Schools, serving a small–town population with a diverse student body representing 2.78% students of color.
As an alternative school, it provides early childhood and elementary education options without a religious affiliation.
The school is located near several other private schools within 25 miles of Athens, offering families rural educational alternatives in southeastern Ohio.

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for River Valley Community School?
The application deadline for River Valley Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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