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Calgary Academy vs River Valley School

Side-by-side comparison of two Calgary private schools

Calgary Academy

Calgary Academy

Calgary, Alberta

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River Valley School

River Valley School

Calgary, Alberta

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Detailed Comparison

Calgary AcademyRiver Valley School
Annual Tuition$18,400$16,450
Boarding Tuition
GradesK to 12Preschool to 6
CurriculumOtherOther
Enrollment340200
Avg Class Size1618
Student:Teacher
Gender PolicyCo-edCo-ed
Founded19812000
BoardingNo
Financial AidYesNo
Acceptance Rate90%
SportsSkiing, Snowboarding, Other
ArtsDrama/Theatre, OtherVisual arts, Drama/Theatre, Music (instrumental), Music (vocal)
SpecializationsSTEM, LeadershipPersonalized education, Early Childhood, Elementary, Arrowsmith Program, Outdoor Education, STEAM, Coding School Overview, Elementary Program, Governance

Comparison Highlights

  • Tuition difference: $1,950/year
  • Class size difference: 2 students
  • Calgary Academy has larger enrollment (340 students)
  • Both schools are located in Calgary

Source: NextSchool verified school database

Last verified April 9, 2026Sources: NextSchool verified profilesData-driven comparison — no paid placements

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