Very Good
#123 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 14% of private schools
River Oaks Academy
School
10600 RICHMOND AVE, Houston, TX 77042
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#123 of 883
In Houston
#19 of 104
public schools
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About River Oaks Academy
River Oaks Academy is a private school in Houston, TX. River Oaks Academy serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. River Oaks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, River Oaks 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, River Oaks Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River Oaks 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 River Oaks Academy compares to 708 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Oaks Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| TEXAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY AT HOUSTON | 4.5 |
| ALIEF EARLY COLLEGE H S | 8.1 |
| YES PREP - WEST | 5.2 |
| SNEED EL | 5.2 |
| COLLINS EL | 5.7 |
| WALNUT BEND EL | 4.5 |
| REVERE MIDDLE | 3.8 |
| CHANCELLOR EL | 6.1 |
| EMERSON EL | 4.6 |
| ASKEW EL | 4.0 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (6-12) | 5.6 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (K-6) | — |
| OWENS INT | 4.2 |
| BUSH EL | 4.7 |
| ALIEF MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| OUTLEY EL | 5.3 |
| CHAMBERS EL | 5.7 |
| SHADOWBRIAR EL | 6.1 |
| YOUENS EL | 4.7 |
| ALIEF MIDDLE | 5.4 |
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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 TX.
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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 TX
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
10600 RICHMOND AVE, Houston, TX 77042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Oaks Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HUA XIA CHINESE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TEXAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY AT HOUSTON (rated 4.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TEXAS CONNECTIONS ACADEMY AT HOUSTON Houston | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MOLO BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| WESTCHASE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ALIEF EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GRACE SCHOOL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YES PREP - WEST Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HUA XIA CHINESE SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| SNEED EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WALNUT BEND EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| COLLINS EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| REVERE MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| CHANCELLOR EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE TENNEY SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ASKEW EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| OWENS INT Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BUSH EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (6-12) Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ALIEF LEARNING CTR (K-6) Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| EMERSON EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CHAMBERS EL Houston | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,745
Median Home Value
$371,300
Median Rent
$1,287/mo
Population
40,725
College Educated
44.5%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
34.2
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| 262866927 Victoria, TX | 7.5 |
| COVENANT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Round Rock, TX | 8.1 |
| ALL NATIONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oak Ridge North, TX | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Oaks Academy
What grades does River Oaks Academy serve?
River Oaks Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend River Oaks Academy?
River Oaks Academy has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Oaks Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at River Oaks Academy is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River Oaks Academy rank in TX?
River Oaks Academy ranks #123 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is River Oaks Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
River Oaks Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River Oaks Academy a private school?
Yes, River Oaks 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 River Oaks Academy a religious school?
No, River Oaks Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 783-7200
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