River Rock Academy in Lancaster, PA, is a nonsectarian, co–educational alternative school serving grades 6 through 12 in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 37 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.
Established in 2005, River Rock Academy offers a formal dress code and emphasizes a diverse student body, with 51.43% of students representing minority groups.
Located in a large suburban area, this Lancaster private school maintains a focused enrollment size conducive to small class groupings.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2005
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from River Rock Academy?
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When is the application deadline for River Rock Academy?
The application deadline for River Rock Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to River Rock Academy is Lancaster Country Day School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Saint Leo The Great School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Chesterbrook Academy (0.9 miles away)
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Chesterbrook Academy
Daycare / Preschool
695 Good Dr
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-5828
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-5828
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 7 students
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(Catholic)
2427 Marietta Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-1742
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-1742
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 332 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
The Jenkins School
Daycare / Preschool
3131 Columbia Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 295-1548
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 295-1548
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 60 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
725 Hamilton Road
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 392-2916
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 392-2916
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 568 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 Acceptance rate listed
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Montessori School
935 Columbia Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 397-7655
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 397-7655
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 255 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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