St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School vs. Riviera Schools
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
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Riviera Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
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Overview
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School is a loving, secure, and inclusive community that nurtures, challenges, and inspires children to honor God, care for their world, and develop a passion for discovery and learning.
At Riviera, potential is limitless. Riviera Schools is known throughout the community for its long tradition of educational excellence and its success in guiding each child to reach his or her full potential. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Miami, our school challenges and nurtures students from preschool through grade 12, encouraging them to exceed limits and defy expectations. Our dedicated faculty and intimate class sizes inspire each student to achieve personal success, act with integrity, and serve others. With a legacy of excellence, our campuses blend tradition with innovation, creating a dynamic community where academic rigor meets compassionate support. We cultivate an environment where students feel valued and empowered to pursue their passions, develop their strengths, and make meaningful contributions to the world.
We believe in the transformative power of education. We prepare our students not just for college, but for life, instilling in them the drive to excel and the heart to lead with purpose. This is where dreams take flight, and every child's journey is a testament to our unwavering commitment to their growth and success.
Grades Offered
PK-5
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
n/a
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
n/a
Year Founded
1953
1950
Students Body
Total Students
458 students
1095 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
-
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
100
90
Kindergarten Students
70
80
Grade 1 Students
66
60
Grade 2 Students
54
60
Grade 3 Students
63
60
Grade 4 Students
49
60
Grade 5 Students
56
60
Grade 6 Students
-
95
Grade 7 Students
-
95
Grade 8 Students
-
95
Grade 9 Students
-
95
Grade 10 Students
-
95
Grade 11 Students
-
75
Grade 12 Students
-
75
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
140 teachers
Average Class Size
16
15
Number of AP Classes
n/a
28
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(collared shirts, jumpers, skorts, or shorts Dress uniform for grades 4 and 51)
(collared shirts, jumpers, skorts, or shorts Dress uniform for grades 4 and 51)
Formal
(Uniforms)
(Uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Dec. 20
Nov. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$21,980
$35,250
Tuition Notes
$26,740 (full day) - PK3 (annual payer)
$27,860 - PK4 - (annual payer)
$29,910 - K-5th gr (annual payer)
Tuition varies by grade level. Highest tuition is listed.
% on Financial Aid
15%
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
n/a
Acceptance Rate
35%
60%
Admissions Director
Maria Amor
Mrs. Olga Mestre
Admissions Associate
Dawn Herman
Mrs. Annemarie Perez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10
15
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
17
48
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art Fundamentals - Clay, Cheerleading, choir, Drama - In The Spotlight, Engineering & Robotics, Irish Dance, Lacrosse, little Dragons, mad science, Minecraft, music, Painting & More, piano, PK Little Sports, robotics, Tae Kwon Do, Tennis
Advanced Chess Club, Apprentice Engineering, Arts & Crafts, Ballet, Book Club, Ceramics & Copper Enameling, Chess Club, Coding Club, Computer Appreciation Club, Culinary Club, Drumline, Film Production Club, Flamenco, Game Design, Intramurals, Jazz Club Ensemble, Junior Engineering, KAPLA, Karaoke, Karate, Key Club, Kidokinetics, Legos, Little Builders, Los Amigos, Magical Music, Marine Conservation, Mind Lab, Model UN, Modern Music Ensemble, Operation Smile, Philosophy/Contemporary Issues, Photography Club, Prana Yoga, Recreational Sports Competition, Robotics, Rock Band, RPG/Strategic Games, Soccer Club, Speech and Debate Team, Strings Ensemble, Symphonic Orchestra, Table Tennis, Traveling to the Future, Tumblebees, Vocal Ensemble, Youth Service Council/Best Buddies, Zumba