Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
River Of Life Christian School
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
River Of Life Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 39%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Application URL
School Notes
- River of Life Christian School has been in operation since 1975.
- There is an emphasis on learning with the added benefit of a spiritual focus so that the character and the mind of the child will develop together.
- River of Life Christian School believes in a well-rounded program to develop the individual student.
- Our sports program is offered as apart of the road to maturity which all our students must travel down.
- Many important values are taught and learned through participation in sports.
- Working together for a common goal, playing by the rules, demonstrating character above outcome, and learning to share in both victory and defeat are some of the skills learned as a member of a sport's team.
- We view our sport's program as a healthy part of our school experience and place the student's personal growth above the winning of the game.
- River of Life Christian School admits students of any race, color, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities of the school.
- River of Life will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarships, tuition aid, educational programs or extra-curricular activities.
- River of Life Christian School has been in operation since 1975. There is an emphasis on learning with the added benefit of a spiritual focus so that the character and the mind of the child will develop together. River of Life Christian School believes in a well-rounded program to develop the individual student. Our sports program is offered as apart of the road to maturity which all our students must travel down. Many important values are taught and learned through participation in sports. Working together for a common goal, playing by the rules, demonstrating character above outcome, and learning to share in both victory and defeat are some of the skills learned as a member of a sport's team. We view our sport's program as a healthy part of our school experience and place the student's personal growth above the winning of the game. River of Life Christian School admits students of any race, color, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities of the school. River of Life will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, scholarships, tuition aid, educational programs or extra-curricular activities.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000) -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does River Of Life Christian School cost?
River Of Life Christian School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from River Of Life Christian School?
River Of Life Christian School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000).
What is River Of Life Christian School's ranking?
River Of Life Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for River Of Life Christian School?
The application deadline for River Of Life Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is River Of Life Christian School located?
River Of Life Christian School is located in the Warwick Village neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to River Of Life Christian School is Abbie School (2.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Our Mother Of Sorrows Catholic School (0.7 miles away)
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Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1800 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1027
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 67 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
710 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1213
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
8277 E Golf Links Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 296-9087
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Christian
7801 E Kenyon Drive
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 296-8989
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
5870 East 14th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 300-6103
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
5870 East 14th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 300-6103
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
8800 E 22nd St
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 751-8300
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 438 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
7525 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 901-5499
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: K-12 | 228 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 9
Baptist
1525 S Columbus Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 748-2277
Distance: 3.5 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students
1670 N Kolb Rd # 148
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 298-0266
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1800 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1027
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: K-8 | 67 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
710 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1213
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Christian
7801 E Kenyon Drive
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 296-8989
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 88 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Special Education School
5870 East 14th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 300-6103
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
Episcopal
602 N Wilmot Rd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 722-8478
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1800 South Kolb Road
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 747-1027
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
8277 E Golf Links Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 296-9087
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Christian
7801 E Kenyon Drive
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 296-8989
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: K | 63 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
215 S Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 747-3060
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
Episcopal
602 N Wilmot Rd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 722-8478
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(520) 797-4884
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 797-4884
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Rank:
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Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 584-7400
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Gr: 8-12 | 767 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Dietz K-8 School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
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Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 731-4000
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 731-4000
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Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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