Riverside Academy was established in 1970 to fulfill the educational needs of students in the parishes of St. Charles, St. James, and St. John the Baptist. It is a school comprised of grades Pre-K 3 year old through 12th grade. The school site covers 20 acres and consists of 10 permanent air-conditioned buildings.

The faculty realizes that the school must meet the needs of all students whether they plan to attend college, vocational technical school or enter the work force immediately. The Riverside Academy curriculum is diverse in its nature to meet the needs of each of our students. The curriculum offers a solid foundation for those students desiring to attend a two or four-year college, as well as, those desiring to pursue a trade or attend a vocational-technical college. The flexibility of the curriculum enables our students to exercise the freedom of choice while encouraging critical thinking and decision-making skills as they grow and mature into young adults who contribute positively to today’s society.

The school’s athletic programs have been very successful and have earned state championships in football, baseball, softball, and golf several times. Athletic teams in track, basketball, soccer, volleyball, power lifting, and cross-country are also a part of the school’s athletic program.

The school also has a complete music program beginning in grade 4. A concert band and marching band are included for some students in grades 7-12.