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#152 of 253 private schools in LA

Riverside Academy

School

332 RAILROAD AVE, Reserve, LA 70084

Private

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#152 of 253

In Reserve

#2 of 2

public schools

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Riverside Academy

6.0/10

School in Reserve · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Peter School

7.9/10

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West St. John Elementary School (k-7)

5.3/10

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About Riverside Academy

Riverside Academy is a private school in Reserve, LA. Riverside Academy serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 253 private schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside Academy show 10% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

How it compares0.3 pts below LA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • LA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Riverside Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Riverside Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Reserve, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
456
This School
vs
910
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.5% vs 0%
Black 26.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%
Riverside Academy Reserve Public Avg

All Schools in Reserve

School Rating
Riverside Academy (this school) 6.0
Fifth Ward Elementary School 5.1
East St. John High School 3.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,242.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 456
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in LA

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.0% (2025 LEAP)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 2 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 67.5%
Black 26.8%
Hispanic 3.9%
Two or More 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

332 RAILROAD AVE, Reserve, LA 70084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Norco Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Norco), which scores notably higher. Another option is St. James High School (rated 8.4/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Vacherie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lutcher High School (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Lutcher), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reserve, see our Reserve schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETER SCHOOL Reserve 0.3 mi 7.9
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard 1.2 mi 5.3
Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve 1.9 mi 5.1
East St. John High School Reserve 2.1 mi 3.7
East St. John Preparatory Academy Laplace 2.6 mi 5.1
West St. John High School Edgard 3.2 mi 4.3
ST JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place 3.7 mi 7.5
Garyville/Mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. Garyville 4.0 mi 6.1
LaPlace Elementary School Laplace 4.4 mi 5.3
John L. Ory Communications Magnet Elementary Laplace 4.5 mi 6.3
ASCENSION OF OUR LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL La Place 5.0 mi 7.6
Emily C. Watkins Elementary Laplace 5.1 mi 6.1
Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School Laplace 5.8 mi 6.5
Gramercy Elementary School Gramercy 7.6 mi 7.4
Lutcher High School Lutcher 8.1 mi 8.3
Norco Elementary School Norco 9.2 mi 9.1
ST PETER CHANEL INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Paulina 9.4 mi 6.8
Paulina Elementary School Paulina 9.7 mi 6.1
Vacherie Elementary School Vacherie 11.1 mi 5.6
St. James High School Vacherie 11.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,736

Median Home Value

$162,400

Median Rent

$1,158/mo

Population

5,273

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

42.3

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HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia, LA 6.0
ST EDMUND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Eunice, LA 6.0
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Iberia, LA 5.8
Castor High School Castor, LA 6.2
Converse High School Converse, LA 5.8
Downsville Community Charter School Downsville, LA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside Academy

What grades does Riverside Academy serve?

Riverside Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Riverside Academy?

Riverside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Academy is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Riverside Academy rank in LA?

Riverside Academy ranks #152 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Riverside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Riverside Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Academy has 10% math proficiency (2025 LEAP) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 LEAP).

Is Riverside Academy a private school?

Yes, Riverside Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Riverside Academy a religious school?

No, Riverside Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
456
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. John the Baptist Parish

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