Riverside Christian School is founded on the principle that the education of our children is a mandate God gave to parents and not the government.
Formerly known as Suwannee Valley Christian Academy, Riverside is owned and operated by Countryside Baptist Church of Gainesville, Florida and this school provides a high-quality, Christ-centered education to every child that enrolls.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$45,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Raising Champions for Christ
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Riverside Christian School cost?
Riverside Christian School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What schools are Riverside Christian School often compared to?
Riverside Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Victory Christian Satellite Schools Llc by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Riverside Christian School?
The application deadline for Riverside Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Riverside Christian School is Victory Christian Satellite Schools Llc (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Christian Academy (23.5 miles away)
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6191 SW County Road 344
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-8663
Trenton, FL 32693
(352) 463-8663
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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171 Sw 3rd Street
Gulf Hammock, FL 32639
(352) 486-2112
Gulf Hammock, FL 32639
(352) 486-2112
22.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 81 students
1357 NE 82 Avenue
Old Town, FL 32680
(352) 542-3306
Old Town, FL 32680
(352) 542-3306
5.5 miles
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11225 US Highway 19N
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 914-6916
Clearwater, FL 33764
(727) 914-6916
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