Riverside i a great school. Sure, it has it's share of problems but, what school doesn't. The board members are easy to talk to. The tution is not the cheapest. But, it is priced the cheapest of other schools in the area. RA does a great job at keeping the tution down. If you have not done so already,
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Posted by a parent on 10/15/08
Riverside is going downhill bigtime! The school depended alot on St. James Parish students, when the local high school in that parish became a high ranked school district, Riverside lost a lot. The school is based on Athletics! The tuition is incredibly expensive, because less and less people are
... Read more attending the school. St. John has a failing public school district, which is undertandable why Riverside remains. But don't go out of your way to send your kid there. trust me! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/18/08
I love Riverside, so many people had something to say about me putting my kids there, but the it was the best decision my husband and I have made yet. It has a great academic program, as well as athletics for all ages. Keep up the great work RA!
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Posted by a parent on 01/03/08
I am a new student, and I am very concerned about the academics. The academic department is appauling because the prinicble is naive and believes that everything is perfect. It's not, it is the athletics that runs the school, and the non-athletic people are the ones who get the downside.
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Posted by a student on 09/20/07
My daughter has been attending this school for 5 years and loves it more every year. The principal Mrs. Duhe has brought so many great ideas to this school the last 2 years and has made the school even better. This school is becoming the premier private school to attend in the River Parish area. It only
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Posted by a parent on 12/16/06
My daughter transfer to Riverside during the second half of her Junior year. Administation, faculty and students welcomed her with open arms. The administration was very careful to make sure that her transfer credits were all in place for graduation and TOPS eligibility. Riverside is a small school
... Read more that is very personable. I attended several of their Football Pep Rallies and truely felt that this is what it would be like to grow up in a small hometown. The academics have been very good. My daughter feels that she will be prepared for college in both English and Math. I would high recommend RIverside, especially for kids who thrive in smaller schools. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/06/06
I am a parent of a Riverside Student...I have a son who graduated from Riverside. I personally think that Riverside is an athletic school and not academic..my oldest son was given grades so he could play football. This school is constantly changing principals. Mr. Heltz was the best and they couldnt
... Read more keep him. Now Riverside is messed up..They are always raising tuition and now they are giving you options on how to pay your tuition, i guess thats because of the so called wonderful prinicipal they have now. Riverside is a very unorganized school. My child will not attend this school next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/29/06
Due to hurricane Katrina both my 4th grader and 9 grader became displaced students. After sourcing several schools, I felt as if we found a home away from home at Riverside Academy. The academic programs far exceed some of those at the blue ribbon schools. In six weeks my children have blossomed. My
... Read more 9th grader has made the choice not to return to his former High School. My 4th grader has told me she found a home with lots of nice children. They have so many extracurricular activities. The staff and teachers really motivate the children. I am so pleased with the quality of the education my children are receiving. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/11/05
I am a student at riverside academy. I have been with the riverside family for 2years. It has a very good learning system. The new principal has been great so far.We have the best sport events as well as teams. I am a african american and i would like if more african americans came to riverside because
... Read more it a fun learning environment and a good place ot meet new friends of all races! join the riverside family today! Read less
Posted by a student on 08/17/05
I'm not a parent but I attended Riverside for my four years of high school and I think that it is one of the greatest schools in Louisiana. I went to Riverside from the St. James Parish public school system and I was finally challenged to learn. I found out early on that Riverside is one huge family,
... Read more which accepted me from day one. I've made lasting friendships there and I continue to show my support whenever I get the chance. My thirteen-year-old brother also attends Riverside and he shares my feelings as well. The education far exceeded anything that we had seen in public school and now being a college sophomore, I know that Riverside prepared me for my road ahead. The extracurricular activities are also great and teach you leadership and team work while allowing you to have fun in the process. I would recommend Riverside to everyone! Read less
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Reserve schools — Riverside Academy is located at 332 Railroad Ave, Reserve LA 70084. 332 Railroad Ave is in the 70084 ZIP code in Reserve, LA Riverside Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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