Riverside Preparatory Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked GA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 6-12
Yearly Tuition: $53,300
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Riverside Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

English as a Second Language

Year Founded

1907

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1130

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryEnglish Language & Composition

English Literature & CompositionPhysics

StatisticsU.S. History

World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the United States (AMCSUS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Independent 草榴社区 School Association (NIPSA)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$53,300

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Boarding tuition is $53,300; day tuition is $17,950. International cadet tuition is $61,650.

% on Financial Aid

64%

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Tee Mitchell

Admissions Associate

Amanda Barrett

Application URL

Endowment Size

$40 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

Track and FieldWrestling

School Mascot

Eagle

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Airsoft TeamAviation Program

Civil Air PatrolColor Guard

Drill TeamHonor Council

Horton Society (service club)JROTC

National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

Peer Tutoring VolunteersScience National Honor Society

Weight trainingYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandVideo Production

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Raider Team

School Notes

Riverside Preparatory Academy, est. in 1907, is one of the nation's premier college preparatory schools for young men in grades 6-12.
Riverside serves 250+ students from 13 countries.
Our mission is to provide a supportive and challenging educational environment that fosters scholarly competence and intellectual curiosity, enhances spiritual and physical fitness, and develops leadership skills and the strength of character necessary for success in college and in life. The Academy is located one hour north of Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. For more information, please call 800.462.2338 or visit http://www.riversideprep.org/admissions.

Established in 1907, Riverside Preparatory Academy is a college preparatory boarding and day school for young men in grades 6-12. The Academy offers a positive, challenging, and structured environment that stresses hard work in the classroom and on the athletic field. We promote leadership development through military activities. Riverside Prep is an Army JROTC Honor Unitwith Distinction. A student/teacher ratio of 12:1 provides each cadet with the individual attention that enables success. Riverside also offers a four-week summer school program. The school's 206-acre campus is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just north of Atlanta in Gainesville, Ga.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Bassett - Bassett Furniture
- Ira Middleberg (1966) - Attorney, Middleberg, Riddle & Gianna - New Orleans
- Luis Proenza (1962) - President, University of Akron
- Governor Felix Gonzales Canto - State of Quintana Roo, Mexico
- Tommy Prothro (1938) - former coach with the LA Rams and San Diego Chargers
- ADM. David McDonald (1924) - former U.S. Chief of Naval Operations (1963-1967)
- Judge E.J. Salcines - Retired Judge, Florida Appellate Court
- Mike Neveaux - Retired Chief Pilot, Los Angeles Police Dept. Air Support Division
- Cee Lo Green - Singer and Actor
- Peter Lyons - Retired Lawyer, California; Author

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Riverside Preparatory Academy cost?

Riverside Preparatory Academy's tuition is approximately $53,300 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Riverside Preparatory Academy?

The acceptance rate of Riverside Preparatory Academy is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from Riverside Preparatory Academy?

Riverside Preparatory Academy famous alumni include: John Bassett, Ira Middleberg (1966), Luis Proenza (1962), Governor Felix Gonzales Canto, Tommy Prothro (1938), ADM. David McDonald (1924), Judge E.J. Salcines, Mike Neveaux, Cee Lo Green and Peter Lyons.

What sports does Riverside Preparatory Academy offer?

Riverside Preparatory Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Drill Team, Football, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Wrestling.

What is Riverside Preparatory Academy's ranking?

Riverside Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Riverside Preparatory Academy?

The application deadline for Riverside Preparatory Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 2/27/2023

I am a grandmother of a student at RMA. Our sweet grandson in adolescence began to change into a student that didn`t attend class, did not do his school work, and began to disrespect adults. Since 9-2022 when he started attending RMA there has been a drastic positive change in his schooling, attitude, and respect for adults and his family. We now have our grandson back. He is thriving at the school by joining the Raiders, and Percussion Band, getting good grades, flying lessons, and becoming a leader. My husband and I feel that RMA has turned our grandson into a fine young leader that we always knew was possible. We are so glad his parents sent him to Riverside. It was worth the money, because either you pay now or later for the lawyer bills etc.

- Posted by Parent - Victoria Eynon grandmother

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The average private school tuition in Hall County, GA is $22,444 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Hall County, GA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).