Rivermont School–Greater Petersburg in Dinwiddie, VA, serves 41 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
The school is a co–educational, nonsectarian special education program with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 7 teachers.
Approximately 45% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school population.
Rivermont School is a member of the National Independent Private Schools Association and provides education in a rural area near Petersburg.
Enrollment at Rivermont compares to nearby special education and private schools with similar low student numbers and small class sizes.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg often compared to?
Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg is often viewed alongside schools like The Lead Center Ltd by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg?
The application deadline for Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg vs. The Lead Center Ltd
The nearest high school to Rivermont School - Greater Petersburg is Gill Grove Baptist School (12.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Olivet Christian Academy (11.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Joseph School (12.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Olivet Christian Academy
(Baptist)
800 Augusta Ave
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-4241
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-4241
11.3 miles
Gr: K-4 | 42 students
Gill Grove Baptist School
(Baptist)
10726 River Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23838
(804) 590-1535
Chesterfield, VA 23838
(804) 590-1535
12.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 65 students
123 Franklin Street
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-3931
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 732-3931
12.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
Poplar Springs Hospital Learning Center
Special Education School
350 Poplar Dr
Petersburg, VA 23805
(804) 733-6874
Petersburg, VA 23805
(804) 733-6874
12.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 53 students
Blandford Manor Education Center
Alternative School
230 S Crater Rd
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 733-2180
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 733-2180
12.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students Avg. class size: 9 students
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