Very Good
#38 of 192 private schools in SC
Top 19% of private schools
Riverpointe Christian Academy
School
2508 ASHLEY RIVER RD, Charleston, SC 29414
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
South Carolina private schools
#38 of 192
In Charleston
#3 of 13
public schools
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About Riverpointe Christian Academy
Riverpointe Christian Academy is a private school in Charleston, SC. Riverpointe Christian Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverpointe Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 192 private schools in SC.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- SC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Riverpointe Christian Academy 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.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Riverpointe Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Riverpointe Christian 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
BetaHow Riverpointe Christian Academy compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Charleston, SC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverpointe Christian Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Montessori Community School | 8.4 |
| Springfield Elementary | 5.6 |
| West Ashley High | 7.1 |
| Drayton Hall Elementary | 7.1 |
| C. E. Williams Middle School for Creative and Scientific Art | 4.3 |
| Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary | 8.4 |
| Orange Grove Charter School | 8.5 |
| Carolina Voyager Charter | 8.1 |
| Pattison's Academy for Comprehensive Education | 4.0 |
| Oakland Elementary | 7.7 |
| Stono Park Elementary | 4.0 |
| St. Andrew's School of Math and Science | 7.8 |
| Charleston Charter School for Math and Science | 7.0 |
| Burke High | 6.9 |
| James Simons Montessori | 6.4 |
| Simmons Pinckney Middle | 5.1 |
| Charleston Development Academy | 4.9 |
| Compass Collegiate Academy | 8.2 |
| Mitchell Elementary | 3.9 |
| Sanders-Clyde Elementary | 4.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 SC.
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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 SC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2508 ASHLEY RIVER RD, Charleston, SC 29414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverpointe Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Orange Grove Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori Community School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,976
Median Home Value
$380,600
Median Rent
$1,639/mo
Population
43,717
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
61.3%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gaston, SC | 7.4 |
| Cedar Springs Academy Spartanburg, SC | 6.0 |
| CALVARY FELLOWSHIP MENNONITE Blackville, SC | — |
| DANIELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Columbia, SC | — |
| KINGSTREE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingstree, SC | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverpointe Christian Academy
What grades does Riverpointe Christian Academy serve?
Riverpointe Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Riverpointe Christian Academy?
Riverpointe Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverpointe Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverpointe Christian Academy is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Riverpointe Christian Academy rank in SC?
Riverpointe Christian Academy ranks #38 of 192 private schools in SC.
What is Riverpointe Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverpointe Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Riverpointe Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Riverpointe Christian Academy 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 Riverpointe Christian Academy a religious school?
Riverpointe Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Charleston County
- Phone
- (843) 552-0624
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