Beyond limits. Beyond expectations.
Riviera students go beyond.
At Riviera Schools, we believe every student is capable of achieving something extraordinary — and it's our job to help them find out what that is.
Since 1950, we've prepared generations of students to go beyond their limits — academically, personally, and in service to others. With small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and a deeply personalized approach to education, every student from preschool through 12th grade is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.
Discover what's possible for your student at Riviera Schools. Our admissions team is here to answer your questions and help you take the next step.
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Life at Riviera
At Riviera, students are supported at every level — by expert counselors, outstanding facilities, and a culture that encourages them to explore, compete, create, and lead.
- A 9:1 student-teacher ratio ensures every student is known, challenged, and guided to reach their potential
- Five dedicated counselors guide students through academic, personal, and college planning from middle school through graduation
- 45 athletic teams and world-class facilities — including an Olympic-sized pool, tennis courts, and synthetic turf fields — support student athletes at every level
- Distinguished arts programs including annual exhibitions, theatre productions, and music performances showcase student talent year-round
- A thriving extracurricular culture spanning technology, community service, leadership, and the arts encourages students to explore who they are beyond the classroom
- Part of the International Schools Partnership — a global network of 100+ schools across 26 countries — connecting Riviera students with peers and opportunities worldwide
Learning at Riviera
At Riviera, learning is personal. From preschool through 12th grade, every student follows a path shaped around their strengths, their pace, and their goals — supported by small classes, a 9:1 student-teacher ratio, and teachers who know each learner by name.
Our approach is built on the belief that progress should be visible every day. Through personalized instruction, real-time feedback, and a curriculum designed to stretch every student, we help each child build not just knowledge, but confidence and a genuine love of learning.
From foundational literacy and math in the early years to 29 AP courses, STEM programs, and a High School of Business at the preparatory level, the breadth of what Riviera offers ensures every student finds their path and follows it as far as their ambition takes them.
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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AP COURSES
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5
DEDICATED COLLEGE COUNSELORS
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ACCEPTANCE
Class of 2026 College Acceptances
The Riviera Prep Class of 2026 earned acceptance to 186 colleges and universities across the United States and abroad.
- Alfred University
- American International College
- American University
- Arizona State University
- Auburn University
- Babson College
- Barry University
- Belmont University
- Bentley University
- Binghamton University
- Boston University
- Brandeis University
- Brevard College
- CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
- California Baptist University
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Cedar Crest College
- Clark University
- Clemson University
- Coastal Carolina University
- College of Charleston
- Colorado School of Mines
- Colorado State University
- DePaul University
- Drexel University
- East Carolina University
- Eckerd College
- Elon University
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach)
- Emmanuel College
- Emory University
- Fayetteville State University
- Flagler College
- Florida Atlantic University
- Florida Gulf Coast University
- Florida Institute of Technology
- Florida International University
- Florida Memorial University
- Florida Polytechnic University
- Florida Southern College
- Florida State University
- Fordham University
- Full Sail University
- Furman University
- George Washington University
- Georgetown University
- Georgia Tech
- Harvard University
- Haverford College
- High Point University
- Hofstra University
- IE University
- Indiana University (Bloomington)
- Iowa State University
- James Madison University
- Kent State University
- Lehigh University
- Liberty University
- Long Island University (Post)
- Louisiana State University
- Loyola University Chicago
- Loyola University Maryland
- Loyola University New Orleans
- Lynn University
- Marymount University
- Marywood University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- McGill University
- Mercer University
- Merrimack College
- Miami Dade College
- Miami University
- Michigan State University
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- New York Institute of Technology
- New York University
- North Carolina State University
- Northeastern University
- Nova Southeastern University
- Ohio University
- Penn State University
- Pepperdine University
- Pratt Institute
- Princeton University
- Purdue University
- Rhodes College
- Rice University
- Richmond American University London
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- Roger Williams University
- Rollins College
- Russell Sage College
- Rutgers University
- SUNY Alfred State
- Saint Leo University
- Saint Louis University
- Salem State University
- Santa Fe College
- Seton Hall University
- Southern Connecticut State University
- Southern Methodist University
- Spring Hill College
- St. John's University (New York)
- St. Thomas University
- Stetson University
- Stonehill College
- Syracuse University
- Tallahassee State College
- Tecnologico de Monterrey
- Texas Christian University
- Texas State University
- Texas Tech University
- The American University of Paris
- The Catholic University of America
- The College of New Jersey
- The New School
- The Ohio State University
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Trinity Valley Community College
- Tufts University
- Tulane University
- Universidad Europea
- Universidad de Navarra
- University of Alabama
- University of Alabama (Birmingham)
- University of Amsterdam
- University of Arizona
- University of California (Berkeley)
- University of California (Davis)
- University of California (Santa Barbara)
- University of Central Florida
- University of Colorado (Boulder)
- University of Colorado (Denver)
- University of Connecticut
- University of Denver
- University of Florida
- University of Georgia
- University of Houston
- University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign)
- University of Kentucky
- University of Louisville
- University of Maine
- University of Maryland
- University of Massachusetts (Amherst)
- University of Massachusetts (Boston)
- University of Miami
- University of Michigan
- University of Mississippi
- University of Missouri
- University of North Carolina (Asheville)
- University of North Carolina (Charlotte)
- University of North Carolina (Greensboro)
- University of North Carolina (Pembroke)
- University of North Carolina (Wilmington)
- University of North Dakota
- University of North Florida
- University of Notre Dame
- University of Oklahoma
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of Pittsburgh
- University of Rochester
- University of San Diego
- University of San Francisco
- University of South Carolina
- University of South Florida
- University of Southern California
- University of Tampa
- University of Tennessee
- University of Tennessee (Martin)
- University of Texas
- University of Utah
- University of Washington
- University of West Florida
- University of Westminster
- Vatel Hotel & Tourism Business School
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Virginia Tech
- Wake Forest University
- Wentworth Institute of Technology
- West Virginia University
- Western Carolina University
- Western Illinois University
- Western Michigan University
- Wilkes Honors College of FAU
- Winston-Salem State University
- Xavier University
- Yale University
Behind every acceptance is a student who found their path at Riviera. This extraordinary class also earned more than $22 million in scholarship offers.
Programs That Inspire
Business Leadership
Our High School of Business equips students with entrepreneurial and leadership skills through project-based learning and real-world experience in marketing, finance, and management.
Fine & Performing Arts
Riviera’s Fine and Performing Arts program encourages creativity through music, theater, visual arts, and dance, providing opportunities for students to develop and showcase their talents.
STEM Innovation
Partnering with Project Lead the Way, our STEM program immerses students in hands-on learning in engineering, biomedical science, and robotics, preparing them for future careers in science and technology.
Our Guiding Values
At Riviera, we cultivate an environment rooted in five core values that shape our community and inspire every student to grow beyond the classroom.
HONOR: We foster respect and consideration for others, creating a community where everyone feels valued and can thrive.
HARMONY: Unity and inclusion are at the heart of Riviera. We encourage open-mindedness and teamwork, welcoming diverse perspectives.
HEART: With passion and compassion, we guide students to make meaningful contributions to the world around them.
HUSTLE: Purposeful learning and growth are central to our culture. We challenge students to stretch beyond their comfort zones and achieve excellence.
HONESTY: Integrity is our foundation. We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring trust and reliability within our community.
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