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 Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,325
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rivermont Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
AP Courses
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1884
Colors
White, Red
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
Campus Size
9
Student Body
Total Students
179 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
21 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus AB
Calculus BCChemistry
Comparative Government and PoliciesComputer Science A
Computer Science PrinciplesEnglish Language & Composition
English Literature & CompositionEnvironmental Science
French Language and CultureMacroeconomics
MicroeconomicsPhysics 1
Physics 2Psychology
Spanish Language and CultureStatistics
United States Government & PoliticsUnited States History
World History
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no uniforms, dress code only
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,325
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade. Please call the Admissions 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
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Kristin Skaggs
Admissions Associate
Tish Delgado
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Club / ClassesHomecoming Committee
National Honor SocietyRobotics
Student CouncilStudent Hunger Drive Committee
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monty The Lion
- Rivermont Collegiate is Ranked at the top of 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 $16,325 for private students and $100 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rivermont Collegiate?
The acceptance rate of Rivermont Collegiate is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Rivermont Collegiate offer?
Rivermont Collegiate offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Golf, Martial Arts, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Rivermont Collegiate's ranking?
Rivermont Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Most AP courses offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
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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