Rivermont Collegiate

Rivermont Collegiate is a private, nonsectarian, independent, multicultural, college preparatory, day school for students - Pre-K through grade 12 and boarding school for grades 9-12 - offering a nurturing, caring, and safe environment where students develop intellect, character, and creativity.
Located in Bettendorf, Iowa, Rivermont students come from many Quad City area communities.
Rivermont Collegiate strives to prepare students who are grounded in the basics, yet able to think analytically and creatively, to confidently and enthusiastically meet the opportunities and challenges of the 21st Century.
Graduates move on to some of the country's finest colleges and universities.  Rivermont Collegiate is a day and boarding school.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,625
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Rivermont Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Rivermont Collegiate Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Comparative Government and Policies, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, Environmental Science, French Language and Culture, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Physics 2, Psychology, Spanish Language and Culture, Statistics, United States Government & Politics, United States History, World History
Average SAT score
1160
Average ACT score
30
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no uniforms, dress code only

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade. Please call Admission Office for specific tuition costs: 563-359-1366 X 302
Summer Program Cost
$100
Summer Program Cost Notes
7 Weeks, $100/week, mornings or afternoons. $200 for mornings and afternoons. Different classes each week.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Liz Nino

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club / Classes, Computer Club, Environmental Club, Homecoming Committee, MathCounts Team, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics, Student Council, Student Hunger Drive Committee, World Cultures Club, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Show Choir, String Ensemble, Theater

School Notes

  • Rivermont Collegiate is Ranked #1 on the top 50 list of Iowa accredited public and nonpublic high schools on the Iowa AP (Advanced Placement) Index.
  • Rivermont Collegiate students consistently score one or more grade levels above their peers in public school.
  • 40% of Rivermont families receive some form of tuition discount.
  • Rivermont Collegiate graduating classes maintain a 100% acceptance rate to 4-year colleges and universities.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rivermont Collegiate cost?
Rivermont Collegiate's tuition is approximately $13,625 for private students and $100 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rivermont Collegiate?
The acceptance rate of Rivermont Collegiate is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 93%. Rivermont Collegiate's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Iowa with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Rivermont Collegiate offer?
Rivermont Collegiate offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Golf, Martial Arts, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Rivermont Collegiate's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Rivermont Collegiate?
The application deadline for Rivermont Collegiate is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Top Ranked IA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,625
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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