Riverside Christian School is founded on the principle that the education of our children is a mandate God gave to parents and not the government.
Formerly known as Suwannee Valley Christian Academy, Riverside is owned and operated by Countryside Baptist Church of Gainesville, Florida and this school provides a high-quality, Christ-centered education to every child that enrolls.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Riverside Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Victory Christian Satellite Schools Llc by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Riverside Christian School?
The application deadline for Riverside Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Riverside Christian School is Victory Christian Satellite Schools Llc (2.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Christian Academy (23.5 miles away)
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