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Riverdale Country School
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  • Private
  • BRONX, NY
Private School

Riverdale Country School

    Report Card

    grade A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade A+
    2. Diversity
      grade A
    3. Teachers
      grade A+
    4. College Prep
      grade A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      grade A+
    6. Sports
      grade A minus

    About

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    November 15
    Application Fee
    $60
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $51,295
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    20%
    Average Financial Aid
    $43,395

    From Riverdale Country School

    Riverdale is a global leader in Pre-K through grade 12 education. Established in 1907 and located in New York City, we are committed to empowering lifelong learners by developing minds, building character, and creating community in order to change our world for the good.

    The Riverdale experience is based on a growth mindset. We value our community and our two campuses and have a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as environmental stewardship. We foster a sense of agency within an ethical community to build character strengths and create lifelong learners.

    Often described as high challenge/high support, we create a culture of great critical thinking, academic excellence, curiosity, open discourse, and innovation. Riverdale is committed to inspiring students through a rich curriculum that includes interdisciplinary learning, research, travel and experiential education, athletics, clubs, and activities.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1450
    141 responses
    Average ACT
    33
    127 responses

    Experiential Education at Riverdale: Learning in the World Beyond Our Campus

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    Some of the most powerful learning for Riverdale students happens in the world beyond our campuses. Experiential learning is an important, foundational aspect of the Riverdale Learning Experience. Through participation in global studies, outdoor education, service learning, and in athletics and clubs, students develop leadership skills, build community, and expand their horizons.

    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
    grade A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,273
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    $51,295
    Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Starting Age
    4 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    8:1
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
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    • Offers Part Week
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    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day
      No data available  

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    4:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    grade A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
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    Living in the Area

    grade A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Cost of Living
      grade C
    2. Good for Families
      grade A
    3. Housing
      grade B minus
    Median Household Income
    $106,470
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,595
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $425,281
    National
    $244,900

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