Now enrolling grades K–8 in Cincinnati, Ohio

Riverside Academy, Home of the Lions!

Our rigorous academic program exceeds Ohio state standards to prepare students for college and career.

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K–8Now enrolling kindergarten through eighth grade
Tuition-freeFree breakfast, lunch and bus transportation
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Small school, big heart

Every student seen, known and supported.

At Riverside Academy, a tuition-free public charter school in Cincinnati, we combine high academic standards with a deep-rooted commitment to character and community. Our whole-child approach prepares students for life beyond the classroom.

01A Culture of Belonging: daily Morning Meetings (K–5) and Middle School “Circles of Power and Respect” help every child feel safe and accepted.

02Career-Ready Foundations: our Middle School Career-Based Intervention class develops professional skills and employability before high school.

03Integrated Support: social-emotional learning includes on-site school-based therapy and the Resiliency Builder curriculum.

04Values-Driven Learning: every day is anchored by four core pillars — being Respectful, Responsible, Safe and Scholarly.

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Ohio Academic Results 2025-26 from Ohio Department of Education.

NewsSep 24, 2026

Riverside Academy: 2025-26 Ohio Academic Results

Riverside Academy's Ohio report card shows a 2.9-point Performance Index gain, a 3-star Progress rating, and Achievement up one star from last year.

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Illustration of school supplies framing the text "Where Curiosity Takes Flight."

NewsJan 9, 2026

Where Curiosity Takes Flight: Tuition-Free Kindergarten Enrollment for 2026 is Open

Riverside Academy is enrolling tuition-free kindergarten for Fall 2026, offering hands-on learning, standards-aligned instruction, and safe classrooms.

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NewsJul 9, 2025

Riverside Academy Honored at 2025 Accely Awards

Riverside Academy won an Accely award for Outstanding Student Progress at the ALIVE25 Summit, recognizing strong academic gains by its students this year.

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