School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B
Matriculation
B
Academics
B
Extracurriculars
B+
Geo & Community
B
Reviews
B
Riverside Military Academy, est. 1907 in Gainesville, GA, is a top notch all boys college preparatory boarding school following a military structure. We help boys to realize their true potential.
Riverside serves both boarding and day cadets who take full advantage of the Academy's first-class athletic facilities, fine arts programs, clubs, extracurricular activities, and a beautiful 206-acre campus on the shores of Lake Lanier.
Grades 7-12, All Boys
530+ Cadets representing 22 Countries
Over 70% of our teachers hold a master's degree or higher.
Active learning opportunities are incorporated into shorter class periods.
Class of 2017 earned over $6.7 Million in Collegiate Scholarship Offers
Riverside's Mission
During these critical formative years when a young man's character, confidence, and work ethic are forever shaped, Riverside provides the foundation to help him flourish. We see cadets grow from impressionable boys into mature, confident leaders every day.
Riverside serves both boarding and day cadets who take full advantage of the Academy's first-class athletic facilities, fine arts programs, clubs, extracurricular activities, and a beautiful 206-acre campus on the shores of Lake Lanier.
Grades 7-12, All Boys
530+ Cadets representing 22 Countries
Over 70% of our teachers hold a master's degree or higher.
Active learning opportunities are incorporated into shorter class periods.
Class of 2017 earned over $6.7 Million in Collegiate Scholarship Offers
Riverside's Mission
During these critical formative years when a young man's character, confidence, and work ethic are forever shaped, Riverside provides the foundation to help him flourish. We see cadets grow from impressionable boys into mature, confident leaders every day.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$68,000
Enrollment
290
International Students
15%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$40 million
AP
7
Average SAT Score
1323
Average ACT Score
24
Class Size
12
Boarding %
95
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2026)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #36 | Boston College | 1 + |
| #48 | University of Georgia | 1 + |
| #49 | Northeastern University | 1 + |
| #49 | Ohio State University: Columbus Campus | 1 + |
| #49 | Purdue University | 1 + |
| #57 | Penn State University Park | 1 + |
| #68 | Southern Methodist University | 1 + |
| #75 | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 1 + |
| #83 | Colorado School of Mines | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
(7)|
Biology
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Calculus AB
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Chemistry
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English Language and Composition
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United States History
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Psychology
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Biology
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Calculus AB
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Chemistry
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English Language and Composition
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United States History
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Psychology
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Physics 1
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Drill Team
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American Football
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Lacrosse
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Drill Team
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American Football
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Lacrosse
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Riflery
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Army JROTC
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Honor Council
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Horton Society
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National Honor Society
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National Junior Honor Society
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Peer Tutoring
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Army JROTC
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Honor Council
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Horton Society
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National Honor Society
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National Junior Honor Society
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Peer Tutoring
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Band
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Eagle News Network
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Yearbook Staff
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Theatre
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Visual Arts
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Aviation Program
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CyberPatriot/Cybersecurity Team
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Academic Competition Teams
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Football
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Basketball
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Soccer
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Weight Training/Fitness
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Riflery Team
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Drill Team
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Raider Team
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Civil Air Patrol
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Community Service Clubs
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Color Guard
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Arts
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Acting
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Acting
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Digital Art
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Photography
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Studio Art
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Design
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Riverside Preparatory Academy
Tell me a bit about Riverside Preparatory Academy.
Riverside Preparatory Academy is All-boys private boarding school located in Georgia, US. It was founded 1907 , and currently has about 290 students, 15.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.riversidemilitary.com.
For more official information, please visit https://www.riversidemilitary.com.
Does Riverside Preparatory Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Riverside Preparatory Academy is offering 7 AP courses.
Riverside Preparatory Academy also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Riverside Preparatory Academy also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Riverside Preparatory Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2026, some students attended Boston College, University of Georgia, Northeastern University, Ohio State University: Columbus Campus and Purdue University.
What is the application requirement for Riverside Preparatory Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Riverside Preparatory Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Riverside Preparatory Academy?
The total fee for Riverside Preparatory Academy in 2024 is
$68,000 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at apply@riversidemilitary.com .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at apply@riversidemilitary.com .
Where is Riverside Preparatory Academy located?
Riverside Preparatory Academy is located in the State of Georgia of USA.
How popular is Riverside Preparatory Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Riverside Preparatory Academy is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Riverside Preparatory Academy has been favorited by 17 users.
Also Riverside Preparatory Academy has been favorited by 17 users.
How do I complete an application for Riverside Preparatory Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Riverside Preparatory Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Riverside Preparatory Academy’s official site: https://www.riversidemilitary.com or call them at 770-538-2183.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Riverside Preparatory Academy’s official site: https://www.riversidemilitary.com or call them at 770-538-2183.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Riverside Preparatory Academy?
What is the FindingSchool rating for Riverside Preparatory Academy?
The overall rating for Riverside Preparatory Academy is B.
The section ratings of Riverside Preparatory Academy are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Riverside Preparatory Academy are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, is a city steeped in history, playing a key role in both the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. The Atlanta History Center offers insights into the city's past, while the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site honors the iconic leader’s life. In downtown, Centennial Olympic Park, created for the 1996 Olympics, hosts attractions like the Georgia Aquarium, one of the largest in the world. With its mix of history, culture, and modern attractions, Atlanta remains a vibrant hub of southern heritage and progress.
Population (2022)
537,958
Cost of Living
Higher than average 2%
Nearby Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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