Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Riverside Christian School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
216 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 23%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Chapel Day Uniform - Wednesdays (polo & khakis)
List of Courses Offered
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Variable tuition rates and discounts provided
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sheri Moonen
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Colors
Navy & Maroon
School Mascot
Rams
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
DramaWorship Team/Band
School Notes
- Founded in 1982, Riverside Christian School teaches and equips tomorrow's Christian leaders.
- Riverside is an PreK through 12th grade school serving families in the Grand Forks and East Grand Forks Surrounding Area.
- The school is recognized for their academic excellence with caring and compassionate teachers that emphasize a biblical worldview.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverside Christian School often compared to?
Riverside Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Riverside Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Riverside Christian School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does Riverside Christian School offer?
Riverside Christian School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
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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Popular comparisons: Riverside Christian School vs. Sacred Heart School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Riverside Christian School is Sacred Heart School (0.3 miles away)
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Extracurriculars: 3
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(218) 773-0230
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School Reviews
5 5/4/2024
We love Riverside. I used to teach there, and now my own children attend there! The relationship that my kids can have with their teachers is probably the most important reason I chose Riverside. The teachers come alongside us as parents and help guide and direct my children gently, which supports their overall character development. The school has also done a stellar job adding extracurricular options the past couple years. My kids have to pick and choose which great programs to sign up for because there are so many now!
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