Rivermont School - Roanoke

1354 8th St Sw Roanoke, VA 24015
www.rivermontschools.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Rivermont School–Roanoke is a co–ed special education school serving 70 students in grades K through 12 in a midsize city neighborhood of Wasena, Roanoke, VA. The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with a faculty of 8 teachers to support individualized instruction.
  • Half of the student body represents students of color, reflecting a diverse population within this city–based program.
  • The school is positioned near other private and public schools in Roanoke, serving families seeking special education options in an urban setting.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 70 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Rivermont School - Roanoke?
The application deadline for Rivermont School - Roanoke is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rivermont School - Roanoke located?
Rivermont School - Roanoke is located in the Wasena neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $15,582 for elementary schools and $18,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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