Riverside School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 93 students
Yearly Tuition: $37,625
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Riverside School
1	4
2	12
3	19
4	16
5	18
6	8
7	14
8	2

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Grade 3 has the most students with 19, more than any other grade at Riverside School.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

dyslexia and language-based learning differences

Year Founded

1974

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Student Body

Total Students

93 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

29 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students are expected to dress in a way that is appropriate and responsible. Students are expected to be neat, clean, and well-groomed when they come to school. No hats are to be worn indoors.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Orton Gillingham Academy of Practioners and Educators
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$37,625

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Tuition Notes

Payment options include directly to Riverside’s business office either in one full installment by July or two payments in July and January. Families can also chose installment plans through our tuition management payment system, TADS.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Admissions Director

Debra Mitchell

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

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BasketballDance

SoccerTennis

School Mascot

Panthers

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Chess Club

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Art ClubDrama Club

School Notes

Riverside School transforms the lives of students with dyslexia and similar language-based learning differences while supporting a community of highly trained teachers and staff who specialize in educating these students to their highest potential.

Riverside School transforms the lives of students with dyslexia and similar language-based learning differences while supporting a community of highly trained teachers and staff who specializein educating these students to their highest potential.
With a 10:1 student-teacher ratio, Riverside`s teaching approach is dedicated to providing small classes,individualized curriculum, as well as one-on-one instruction and a nurturing environment to enhance the learning experiences of children with dyslexia.
Riverside`s hallmark one-on-one Language Fundamentals (LF) instruction uses the O-G Approach to buildclose teacher-student relationships to allow for continuous feedback, positive reinforcement, and a bright future for children.
Riverside`s teachers are exceptionally well-prepared to educate children with different learning needs. Riverside`s faculty utilize the principles of the Orton-Gillingham (O-G) Approach, a research validated approach to reading instruction. All Riverside teachers are specially and extensively trained in the O-G Approach. This approach serves as the foundation for the school`s programs and is fully integrated into classroom core subject instruction.
Riverside maintained its highest enrollment of 81 students (grades K-8) during the 2019-20 academic year.

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How much does Riverside School cost?

Riverside School's tuition is approximately $37,625 for private students and $950 for summer students.

What sports does Riverside School offer?

Riverside School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Soccer and Tennis.

When is the application deadline for Riverside School?

The application deadline for Riverside School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Riverside School located?

Riverside School is located in the North Chesterfield neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 4 other private schools located in North Chesterfield.

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