River Of Life School in Benton Harbor, MI, serves 55 co–ed students from kindergarten through sixth grade in a suburban setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 4 teachers.
Affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International, River Of Life has a Christian religious orientation.
The student body is highly diverse, with 95.8% of students representing students of color, ranking the school in the top 20% for diversity among Michigan private schools.
River Of Life School offers an educational program focused on elementary grades K–6 within the Benton Harbor suburb.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
River Of Life School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
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 Of Life School?
The application deadline for River Of Life School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to River Of Life School is Lake Michigan Catholic Middle And High School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Brookview Montessori School (2.9 miles away)
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