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#296 of 381 private schools in WA
Riverwood Community School
Elementary School
146-B BUENA VISTA DR, Colville, WA 99114
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#296 of 381
In Colville
#2 of 3
public schools
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Riverwood Community School
Elementary School in Colville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hofstetter Elementary
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Colville Fish Hatchery
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About Riverwood Community School
Riverwood Community School is a private elementary school in Colville, WA. Riverwood Community School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverwood Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #296 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Riverwood Community 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Riverwood Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Riverwood Community 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
BetaHow Riverwood Community School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Colville, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverwood Community School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Hofstetter Elementary | 4.3 |
| Colville Fish Hatchery | — |
| Panorama School | 7.3 |
| Colville Junior High School | 7.7 |
| Fort Colville Elementary | 7.1 |
| Onion Creek Elementary | 9.5 |
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
146-B BUENA VISTA DR, Colville, WA 99114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverwood Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Onion Creek Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 16.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen School (rated 7.4/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Gifford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fort Colville Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colville, see our Colville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hofstetter Elementary Colville | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Colville Fish Hatchery Colville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Panorama School Colville | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Colville Junior High School Colville | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| COLVILLE VALLEY JUNIOR ACADEMY Colville | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fort Colville Elementary Colville | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Colville Senior High School Colville | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHNSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Colville | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Kettle Falls Elementary School Kettle Falls | 6.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Kettle Falls Middle School Kettle Falls | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Kettle Falls Early Learning Center Kettle Falls | 6.9 mi | — |
| Kettle Falls High School Kettle Falls | 6.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Columbia Virtual Academy - Kettle Falls Kettle Falls | 6.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Onion Creek Elementary Colville | 16.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Summit Valley School Addy | 17.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Evergreen School Gifford | 20.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program Chewelah | 21.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Quartzite Learning Chewelah | 21.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Gess Elementary Chewelah | 21.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Jenkins Junior/Senior High Chewelah | 21.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,891
Median Home Value
$268,300
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
12,939
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
45.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverwood Community School
What grades does Riverwood Community School serve?
Riverwood Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Riverwood Community School?
Riverwood Community School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverwood Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverwood Community School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Riverwood Community School rank in WA?
Riverwood Community School ranks #296 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Riverwood Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverwood Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Riverwood Community School a private school?
Yes, Riverwood Community School 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 Riverwood Community School a religious school?
No, Riverwood Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Stevens County
- Phone
- (509) 936-0157
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