River Rock School is a community comprised of students, teachers, families, and board members.
All is essential and vital to our mission and our ongoing operation.
The purpose of River Rock School is to join with families in helping a child develop to their fullest capacity intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
Our mission is love and respect children of all ages as unique individuals support children in their journey towards a healthy and successful development, help children grow into responsible and active citizens, foster a life long love of learning and creativity in our students, strive to serve any child who would benefit by our approach to education, regardless of ability to pay.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 12%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
11 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
7th and 8th grade is $6700
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does River Rock School cost?
River Rock School's tuition is approximately $6,600 for private students.
When is the application deadline for River Rock School?
The application deadline for River Rock School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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89 Karl Cir # 3
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(802) 479-0912
Montpelier, VT 05602
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(802) 223-0647
Montpelier, VT 05602
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32 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
0.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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89 Karl Cir # 3
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(802) 479-0912
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-0912
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 82 students
Montpelier Waldorf Child's Garden
Daycare / Preschool
155 Northfield Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-4338
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-4338
1.5 miles
Gr: NS | 11 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed
Turtle Island Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
659 Elm Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 75 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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The New School Of Montpelier
Special Education School
11 West St
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-0647
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-0647
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 31 students
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32 College Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
0.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Choice Academy
Special Education School
23 Summer St
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 223-8623
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 223-8623
5.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students
Maplehill School
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1350 East Hill Road
Plainfield, VT 05667
(802) 279-4918
Plainfield, VT 05667
(802) 279-4918
6.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students
143 Church Hill Rd
Websterville, VT 05678
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Websterville, VT 05678
(802) 479-0141
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(802) 223-0647
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-0647
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 31 students
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Alternative School
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Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-1010
0.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 19 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori School Of Central
Montessori School
89 Karl Cir # 3
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-0912
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-0912
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 82 students
79 Summer St
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 476-5015
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 476-5015
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 158 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Choice Academy
Special Education School
23 Summer St
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 223-8623
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 223-8623
5.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students
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Miles
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Montessori School Of Central
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89 Karl Cir # 3
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-0912
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 479-0912
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Daycare / Preschool
155 Northfield Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-4338
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-4338
1.5 miles
Gr: NS | 11 students Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed
Turtle Island Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
659 Elm Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-4047
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 75 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
79 Summer St
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 476-5015
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 476-5015
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 158 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2290 Vt Route 14 N
East Montpelier, VT 05651
(802) 456-7400
East Montpelier, VT 05651
(802) 456-7400
5.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 92 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
293 School Road
Warren, VT 05674
(802) 496-2487
Warren, VT 05674
(802) 496-2487
9646.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 123 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1728 Ridge Road
Brookfield, VT 05036
(802) 276-3153
Brookfield, VT 05036
(802) 276-3153
9647 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 89 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
782 German Flats Road
Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-3636
Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-3636
9647.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 123 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6 School Street
Chelsea, VT 05038
(802) 685-4551
Chelsea, VT 05038
(802) 685-4551
9648 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 89 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3951 Main Street
Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-3643
Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-3643
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