Below Average

#164 of 186 private schools in OR

Riviera Christian School

Elementary School

1650 BRUSH COLLEGE RD NW, Salem, OR 97304

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#164 of 186

In Salem

#9 of 13

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About Riviera Christian School

Riviera Christian School is a private elementary school in Salem, OR. Riviera Christian School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riviera Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares1.7 pts below OR schools

4.8

This school 4.8 · Below Average
OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 86 students, Riviera Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Riviera Christian School 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 Riviera Christian School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Salem, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.3:1

This School

20.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

366

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.8

This School

4.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.7% vs 0%

Asian 3.5% vs 0%

Riviera Christian School Salem Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Riviera Christian School (this school)	—	86	14.3:1	4.8
Brush College Elementary School	0.4 mi	265	18.9:1	8.2
Harritt Elementary School	0.5 mi	518	24.7:1	3.2
Kalapuya Elementary School	0.5 mi	508	22.1:1	7.4
Chapman Hill Elementary School	1.1 mi	354	20.8:1	5.6
Myers Elementary School	1.8 mi	349	20.5:1	6.4
Highland Elementary School	2.1 mi	294	18.4:1	3.7
Oregon School for the Deaf	2.2 mi	94	4.5:1	5.0
Eagle Charter School	2.3 mi	152	21.7:1	8.8
Grant Community School	2.5 mi	454	21.6:1	6.3
Englewood Elementary School	3.3 mi	296	18.5:1	5.8
Bush Elementary School	3.4 mi	252	21:1	3.5
Washington Elementary School	3.5 mi	363	16.5:1	3.5
Hallman Elementary School	3.6 mi	356	17.8:1	3.0
Richmond Elementary School	3.9 mi	266	14.8:1	2.5
McKinley Elementary School	3.9 mi	280	20:1	4.0
Hoover Elementary School	4.0 mi	386	19.3:1	3.0
Candalaria Elementary School	4.1 mi	285	21.9:1	7.2
Salem Heights Elementary School	4.6 mi	255	19.6:1	3.8
Hayesville Elementary School	4.8 mi	439	19.1:1	3.2
Swegle Elementary School	4.8 mi	505	19.4:1	3.7

Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Salem

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 OR.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,134

Diversity & Inclusion

C 3.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 15%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.9 / 10

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Enrollment 86

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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 OR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 91.9%

Hispanic 4.7%

Asian 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1650 BRUSH COLLEGE RD NW, Salem, OR 97304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riviera Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brush College Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Harritt Elementary School Salem	0.5 mi	518	3.2
Brush College Elementary School Salem	0.4 mi	265	8.2
Kalapuya Elementary School Salem	0.5 mi	508	7.4
Straub Middle School Salem	0.7 mi	571	6.7
Chapman Hill Elementary School Salem	1.1 mi	354	5.6
West Salem High School Salem	1.1 mi	1,666	5.1
Walker Middle School Salem	1.7 mi	581	5.3
Myers Elementary School Salem	1.8 mi	349	6.4
Cummings Elementary School Keizer	2.2 mi	416	2.7
CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem	2.4 mi	121	4.5
Highland Elementary School Salem	2.1 mi	294	3.7
Oregon School for the Deaf Salem	2.2 mi	94	5.0
Howard Street Charter Salem	2.5 mi	186	7.4
Keizer Elementary School Keizer	2.8 mi	544	2.5
Grant Community School Salem	2.5 mi	454	6.3
McNary High School Keizer	2.7 mi	2,058	5.2
Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School Salem	2.3 mi	94	7.7
Eagle Charter School Salem	2.3 mi	152	8.8
LITTLE FRIENDS MONTESSORI Salem	2.8 mi	42	7.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Salem	2.7 mi	122	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,731

Median Home Value

$469,500

Median Rent

$1,441/mo

Population

34,846

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

64.7%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Salem, OR	75	4.7
TILLAMOOK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Tillamook, OR	77	4.7
Baker Early Learning Center Baker City, OR	76	4.9
Pioneer Elementary School Ontario, OR	112	4.9
IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Salem, OR	79	4.5
London School Cottage Grove, OR	64	4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riviera Christian School

What grades does Riviera Christian School serve?

Riviera Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Riviera Christian School?

Riviera Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riviera Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riviera Christian School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Riviera Christian School rank in OR?

Riviera Christian School ranks #164 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Riviera Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riviera Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Riviera Christian School a private school?

Yes, Riviera Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Riviera Christian School a religious school?

Riviera Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 86
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Polk County
Phone: (503) 361-8779

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