Rivermont School–Tidewater in Virginia Beach, VA, offers co–ed special education programs for grades 3 through 12 in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school enrolls 58 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 8 teachers.
Approximately 64% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting a diverse student population within the Virginia Beach community.
Rivermont School is a member of state or regional independent school associations and other school organizations.
The school is located in the large city neighborhood of Northwest Virginia Beach, serving families seeking specialized education programs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rivermont School - Tidewater ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rivermont School - Tidewater often compared to?
Rivermont School - Tidewater is often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Bay Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Rivermont School - Tidewater?
The application deadline for Rivermont School - Tidewater is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rivermont School - Tidewater located?
Rivermont School - Tidewater is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 12 other private schools located in Northwest.
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The nearest high school to Rivermont School - Tidewater is Gateway Christian Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Gregory The Great School (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
821 Baker Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 497-6200
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 497-6200
2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 120 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Barry Robinson Center
Alternative School (Catholic)
443 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-6100
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-6100
1.8 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 49 students
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Montessori School
700 Hillingdon Ct
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 499-1776
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
(757) 499-1776
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 62 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
1585 Wesleyan Dr
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-5582
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 455-5582
2.8 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 1,208 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School (Baptist)
1201 S Rosemont Rd,
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 405-3680
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
(757) 405-3680
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 73 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 5/17/2021
Rivermont Tide Water schooIs an amazing school it most definitely deserves five stars.
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