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Riverdale Country School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in New York

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private
PK, K-12
BRONX, NY
Rating 4.38 out of 5 81 reviews

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Academics
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Diversity
grade A
Teachers
grade A+
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
grade A minus

riverdale.edu

(718) 549-8810

5250 FIELDSTON RD
BRONX, NY 10471

About Riverdale Country School...

Applying

Application Deadline

November 15

Application Fee

$60

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

ISEE, SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$54,545

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

$46,755

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

1460

134 responses

Average ACT

110 responses

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

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.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

90%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 20 responses

Poll

80%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 20 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 29 responses

Homecoming
31%
Homecoming
14%
Pep rallies
14%
Spirit Week
14%
diversity banquets
10%
Football games
7%
Sports Night
7%

Students

Diversity

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

1,299

62%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 21 responses

71%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 21 responses

86%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 21 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

$54,545

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

Website

riverdale.edu

Offers Full Week
No data available
Offers Part Week
No data available
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
No data available

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National

17:1

Poll

90%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 21 responses

Poll

90%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 21 responses

Poll

90%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 21 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Very High

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

88%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 16 responses

81%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 16 responses

81%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 16 responses

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How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade C
Good for Families
grade A
Housing
grade B minus

Median Household Income

$115,741

National

$75,149

Median Rent

$1,789

National

$1,268

Median Home Value

$478,010

National

$281,900

Riverdale Country School Reviews

81 reviews

Riverdale is really an incredible school. I have been here since K and the way the school both nurtures and challenges students is remarkable. For the most part, I have also found my classmates and their families to be incredibly kind and welcoming. And while I still have some time before college applications, it seems like the outcomes in that realm are consistently excellent. I highly recommend RCS.

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Riverdale Country School is a top-level NYC private school; they provide you with the resources you need in order to get into a good college, the prerequisite courses that academically prepare you to succeed at your future college, and provide you with experiences that allow you to mature into an adult. When I first came at Riverdale, I was a freshman and it was during the Corona pandemic. Most of the students had been there since kindergarten and therefore made it extremely difficult to fit in. Also, going to Riverdale from kindergarten or middle school also meant that your family was able to afford the cost to attend. Since I came from a low-income family in Queens, I went through an extreme cultural change. Because of my experiences at Riverdale, I was able to see reality, though at the time it was not the best experience, I find gratitude for it. The teachers provided comfort at times of need, the resources and opportunities available to students are like no othr.

If you want an outstanding, world-class education, Riverdale Country School is the place to go. The school boasts the best high school teachers money can buy and your student will receive a world-class education across all disciplines. Don't be fooled, however, by the phenomenal college matriculations. Most kids going to top 20 schools are connected in some way and this is well known in the school community. Also, if your kid is not part of the NYC elite, socially things can be difficult as cliques prevail and mean girls are everywhere. Like everything in life, it depends on what you are looking for. One thing is for certain, you won't find a better educational foundation anywhere.

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