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#144 of 284 private schools in TN

River Academy

High School

404 HOLSTON DR, Greeneville, TN 37743

Private

Enrollment

41

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Tennessee private schools

#144 of 284

In Greeneville

#1 of 3

public schools

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River Academy

6.4/10

High School in Greeneville · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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About River Academy

River Academy is a private high school in Greeneville, TN. River Academy serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. River Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 284 private schools in TN.

How it compares0.7 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 41 students, River 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, River Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

River 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 River Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Greeneville, TN

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
41
This School
vs
372
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.8% vs 0%
Black 9.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
River Academy Greeneville Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
River Academy (this school) 6.4
Greene Online Academy of Learning
Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville 7.3
C Hal Henard Elementary 6.7
Greeneville Middle School 7.4
Highland Elementary 7.7
Greeneville High School 6.9
Eastview Elementary 7.8
South Greene Middle School 8.7
Tusculum View Elementary 6.0
Doak Elementary 7.5
North Greene Middle School 8.4
South Greene High School 5.4
Camp Creek Elementary 7.9
Nolachuckey Elementary 7.7
North Greene High School 6.2

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 TN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,345.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 41
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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 TN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 87.8%
Black 9.8%
Hispanic 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

404 HOLSTON DR, Greeneville, TN 37743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering River Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greeneville High School (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chuckey Doak High School (rated 6.1/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Afton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Greene High School (rated 5.4/10, 7.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greeneville, see our Greeneville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Greene Online Academy of Learning Greeneville 0.5 mi
Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville Greeneville 0.5 mi 7.3
GREENEVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Greeneville 0.6 mi 5.2
C Hal Henard Elementary Greeneville 0.8 mi 6.7
Greeneville Middle School Greeneville 0.9 mi 7.4
Highland Elementary Greeneville 1.0 mi 7.7
Greeneville High School Greeneville 1.4 mi 6.9
Eastview Elementary Greeneville 2.2 mi 7.8
South Greene Middle School Greeneville 3.6 mi 8.7
Tusculum View Elementary Greeneville 3.7 mi 6.0
The Children's Center - Holston U. M. Home For Children Greeneville 3.9 mi
Doak Elementary Greeneville 5.3 mi 7.5
South Greene High School Greeneville 7.5 mi 5.4
North Greene Middle School Greeneville 7.5 mi 8.4
West Greene Middle Schools Mosheim 6.4 mi 8.1
Mosheim Elementary Mosheim 6.5 mi 7.3
Chuckey Doak High School Afton 6.7 mi 6.1
Chuckey Doak Middle School Afton 6.8 mi 8.8
West Greene High School Mosheim 7.1 mi 5.3
Camp Creek Elementary Greeneville 8.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,802

Median Home Value

$195,400

Median Rent

$729/mo

Population

23,418

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

47.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about River Academy

What grades does River Academy serve?

River Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend River Academy?

River Academy has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at River Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does River Academy rank in TN?

River Academy ranks #144 of 284 private schools in TN.

What is River Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

River Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is River Academy a private school?

Yes, River 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 River Academy a religious school?

River Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Gender Split
71% M / 29% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
207 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Greene County

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