Riverside Christian School

Riverside Christian School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
721 Keys Rd,  Yakima, WA
4.4
4.4
400 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tricia Gilmore Enrollment
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$9,645
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Resources/Facilities
C-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
27
Part Time Teachers
8
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
580
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
30
Reading
31
Science
27
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
80%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
82.2%
Hispanic
12%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Black
2.2%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Washington State University 27 Students
University of Washington 23 Students
Central Washington University 20 Students
Eastern Washington University 15 Students
Seattle Pacific University 13 Students
Yakima Valley College 13 Students
Whitworth University 13 Students
Northwest Nazarene University 12 Students
Gonzaga University 10 Students
George Fox University 10 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Business 10 Students
Psychology 10 Students
Elementary Education 8 Students
Nursing 5 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 5 Students
Biology 4 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Chemistry 4 Students
Graphic Design 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 18 Reviews
5.0 Parent
10/18/2019
Dedicated to biblical Christianity and academic excellence. Teachers demonstrate love and appreciation for every student. Athletics are competitive.
5.0 Senior
12/28/2018
The community at Riverside Christian School is like a family. The teacher to student ratio helps each individual grow and have more success to the beat of their ability. Riverside is full is many different types of people who all have a story to tell.
5.0 Sophomore
2/26/2017
The small classes and personalized education really make Riverside what it is. You are encouraged to excel academically and spiritually
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 23 Reviews
1.0 other
12/30/2023
The worst school anyone can go to.
5.0 parent
11/2/2023
We are very pleased with RCS. We believe that children that attend Riverside from K-12 will have an experience that at all levels (education, athletics, school leadership) is rooted in Christ. RCS values prayer, foundational in the bible and is unashamed for helping students grow with their relation...
5.0 parent
10/4/2023
We love Riverside Christian School...My grandchildren have gone there, from kindergarten to graduation with honors...We now have one in 8th. grade....My Granddaughter teaches 2nd. grade there also...We have gone to 14 grandparent days and enjoy them. The staff is wonderful and the Principal Mr. Rand...
5.0 parent
9/26/2023
My family and I love this school! My 2 kiddos started last year, and I have been so pleased with how amazing this school has been to be apart of. They truly are a great community, the staff genuinely cares about each individual student's education and Christ-centered learning. I love that God is the...

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Riverside Christian School is a private Christian school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 721 Keys Rd in Yakima, in the Terrace Heights neighborhood. Annual tuition is $9,645. The school has a total enrollment of 400 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Riverside Christian School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $379,155. Discover additional schools in the area, like Christa McAuliffe Academy, Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center, Yakima Online School, and more. Learn more about what Yakima has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Riverside Christian School.

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