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The Rewards are as Great as the Challenge

At Riverside Prep, we proudly implement a military model of education, refined and focused to bring out the absolute best in your son. Similar principles that are applied in the development of great military men are utilized and carefully optimized with the specific goal of building SIMPLY GREAT MEN.
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Mentorship

Followership is the first step toward leadership.

Mentorship, support, and mutual accountability make up the foundation of our student culture. Students benefit from the careful guidance of those with more experience, and in turn, readily share their knowledge with those who have less. Each student is constantly learning from strong role models -- and soon becomes one himself.

Brotherhood

Excellence. To us, it's a team sport.

Riverside students share a commitment to excellence, achievement, and a genuine dedication to the success of the whole, balancing personal strength and courage with strong loyalty to our brothers. We make lifetime connections by supporting each other through challenges, celebrating victories together, and being part of something much greater than any one individual.

Academic Achievement

Not just prepped for college. Prepped for Anything.

The environment at Riverside is structured to maximize academic achievement by focusing on how boys learn best. The highly motivating and rewarding experience of cadet life extends into the classroom, where dedicated faculty focus on excellence, and engage students through dynamic learning opportunities that prepare them for college and whatever comes next.

Allen Moore Butler

Best decision we could have EVER made and invested for our son!
- Allen Moore Butler
Audra Rauton

Perry has really thrived at Riverside Preparatory Academy. From the older cadets last year to the teachers and mentors who have poured into him, we are grateful.
- Audra Rauton
Catherine Holton

Beautiful campus and facilities. Very pleased with our choice. My son is happy knowing the structure is providing solid foundations for his future. A best-kept secret that should be shared!
- Catherine Holton
Current Parent

Riverside is the best investment for my son's future.
- Current Parent
Current Parent

I’m so excited for the opportunity my son has to spend the rest of his middle school days and 4 years of high school here. It’s an absolutely amazing facility and program.
- Current Parent
Eleanor Burke

Will is in his second year of the Darla Moore School of International Business at the University of South Carolina and is an active member of the KA Fraternity. To say Riverside prepared him for this path, and to live his best life is an understatement.
- Eleanor Burke
Fred Weems

A place where young men can grow, get an education and develop a strong character for the future. So glad our grandson is at Riverside!
- Fred W.
Joanne Speake

Best school for boys! They know how to motivate kids and make them the best version of themselves. This school is the key to success for young men.
- Joanne Speake
Nazira Miguel

The best decision for our son -- discipline, leadership, and camaraderie. A great recommendation was made to me by other families who had great experiences. Thank you, Riverside.
- Nazira Miguel
Nicole Baker

My cadet just finished his first semester of Russian in a class where he's the only non-native speaker. He's actually learning the language and has the incredible opportunity to practice with native speakers. We appreciate the cultural diversity Riverside provides.
- Nicole Baker
Scott Minor

So proud of Cadet Minor. Riverside has been a game-changer for him.
- Scott Minor