Founded in 1970, the mission of Riverfield Academy, a non-public Christian school located in Rayville, has been to develop personal understanding, skills, attitudes, habits and moral values in students to prepare and encourage them to continue their education beyond the secondary level and to become productive members of society.
Educating students from Pre-K to 12 th grade, the school conducts a basic educational program supplemented with select honors and elective courses designed to satisfy individual needs and interests.
The Riverfield faculty is made up of highly skilled and caring teachers who are dedicated to the academic success of each student.
All faculty members hold professional certification, and each teacher is assigned to teach in his/her major field of study.
The teaching faculty at Riverfield truly cares about each student, and the relationship between students and faculty is one of mutual trust and respect.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Yearly Tuition: $27,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Campus Size
34 acres
Student Body
Total Students
293 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$27,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
- Founded in 1970, the mission of Riverfield Academy, a non-public Christian school located in Rayville, has been to develop personal understanding, skills, attitudes, habits and moral values in students to prepare and encourage them to continue their education beyond the secondary level and to become productive members of society.
- Educating students from Pre-K to 12 th grade, the school conducts a basic educational program supplemented with select honors and elective courses designed to satisfy individual needs and interests.
- The Riverfield faculty is made up of highly skilled and caring teachers who are dedicated to the academic success of each student.
- All faculty members hold professional certification, and each teacher is assigned to teach in his/her major field of study.
- The teaching faculty at Riverfield truly cares about each student, and the relationship between students and faculty is one of mutual trust and respect.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jude Johnston, 2000
- Meredith Miller, Parent
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Riverfield Academy cost?
Riverfield Academy's tuition is approximately $27,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Riverfield Academy?
Riverfield Academy famous alumni include: Jude Johnston, 2000 and Meredith Miller, Parent.
When is the application deadline for Riverfield Academy?
The application deadline for Riverfield Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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