Private School

Riverstone International School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Idaho

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private, Boarding
PK, K-12
BOISE, ID
Rating 4.34 out of 5 95 reviews

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
grade A minus
Teachers
grade A minus
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade C+
Sports
grade C

riverstoneschool.org

(208) 424-5000

5521 EAST WARM SPRINGS AVE
BOISE, ID 83716

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About Riverstone International School...

Applying

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Application Fee

$75

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

TOEFL

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$22,500

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)

$53,580

Received Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid

From Riverstone International School

Riverstone International School is a premier, private International Baccalaureate World School in Boise, Idaho, offering day and boarding students challenging opportunities and the personal support to develop into independent, creative and collaborative thinkers.

With 370 students enrolled from preschool through high school, 45 countries are represented in the school community. A maximum of 30 students from the U.S. and around the world in grades 9-12 are enrolled in Riverstone's boutique boarding program.

The school’s Five Pillars—Academic Excellence, Community and Service, Leadership by Example, International Understanding and Outdoor Education—provide pathways for students to explore academically and personally. Small classes and strong relationships with teachers facilitate a highly personalized educational experience. Idaho’s mountains and rivers are the backdrop for outdoor education.

100% of graduates are accepted into colleges worldwide. Tuition assistance is available.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1310

40 responses

Average ACT

27 responses

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Popular Colleges

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following colleges.

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Boise State University
18 Students
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Duke University
17 Students
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Stanford University
17 Students
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University of Washington
16 Students
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New York University
15 Students
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Brown University
14 Students
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Reed College
14 Students
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Whitman College
14 Students
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Vanderbilt University
13 Students
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Yale University
13 Students

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International Baccalaureate and Boarding Program

Riverstone specializes in the prestigious International Baccalaureate programs (PYP, MYP, and DP) that are recognized worldwide. We are one of 4 IB continuum schools offering a boarding program for students entering grades 9–12. Our recently-built dorm is located in downtown Boise, the third most populous city in the Pacific Northwest. Boise is known for its livability, safety and beauty.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

94%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 17 responses

Poll

76%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 17 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 85 responses

Outdoor education
20%
Outdoor trips
20%
Backpakcing trips
13%
Meet the seniors
13%
The Variety Show
9%
Advisory competitions
7%
Graduation
7%

Boarding

Students Boarding

10%

Boarding Days Per Week

5-day, 7-day

Top Countries

Brazil, China, Viet Nam, Russian Federation, Germany

International Boarding Students

90%

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Students

Diversity

A minus

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

420

76%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 21 responses

86%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 21 responses

48%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 21 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

$14,500

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

3 years

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

Website

riverstoneschool.org/schools/preschoolelementary/preschool-and-prekindergarten

Offers Full Week
Yes
Offers Part Week
No data available
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
Yes

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National

17:1

Poll

83%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 23 responses

Poll

87%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 23 responses

Poll

91%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 23 responses

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Clubs & Activities

C+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

59%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 17 responses

47%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 17 responses

47%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 17 responses

Riverstone International School Reviews

95 reviews

I transferred to Riverstone in my junior year and the community welcomed me right in. Even before I entered the school year, I was connected with a "buddy" and I started to exchange emails with her to chat about classes and etc., which became a great way for me to learn about Riverstone. I was one of the very first residents at the dorm, which is a beautifully renovated complex on the River Street. Our dorm parents of the time, Margaret and Mary, were extremely caring. I really enjoyed the experience of living with kids from all over the world and learning about their cultures and experiences. The academics at Riverstone was definitely challenging and the faculty there were top-notched. The IB program was the hardest thing that I have ever done and it truly prepared me for college. When I started my freshman year at BU, classes felt relevantly easy, or that I would have the tools and capabilities to learn. Overall, I really couldn't thank Riverstone enough for everything!

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Riverstone is far and away the most incredible k-12 school in the Pacific Northwest! I am so fortunate to send my kids there. Every day, they are happy to go to class with peers where they are loved, seen, challenged, and welcomed by peers and some of the most remarkable teachers you could hope for. My kids have thrived academically and socially and I am grateful every day for this amazing learning community.

This school shines academically, with a robust program fostering critical thinking and impressive college placements. However, it's marred by poor facilities, from outdated classrooms to a non-existent lunchroom, dampening school spirit. Its culture is lackluster due to a paucity of extracurriculars and student groups, fostering indifference rather than camaraderie. Despite academic excellence, the overall experience suffers from these shortcomings. Investment in infrastructure and a more vibrant school culture could significantly elevate this institution.

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