NewsSep 24, 2026
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.
- 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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