What Revolution Prep does

Revolution Prep, LLC is a US-based online tutoring and test preparation provider headquartered in Culver City, California, founded in 2002 by Ramit Varma and Jake Neuberg. The company delivers one-on-one academic tutoring across 100+ K-12 subjects and high-stakes exam preparation for the SAT, ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, SSAT, ISEE, and AP assessments via a proprietary student dashboard, mobile app, and Zoom-based live sessions. Differentiated by an employee (not contractor) professional tutor workforce that undergoes continuous training, the platform applies data-driven curriculum personalization to direct instructional time toward each student's highest-leverage skill gaps.

The company operates a hybrid direct-to-consumer and B2B go-to-market. Consumer programs are sold in packages starting at $499 for group test prep (up to 10 students per class), $990 for academic private tutoring, and $1,990 for test-prep private tutoring, with score guarantees on qualifying Premium Tier packages. The B2B motion is anchored by partnerships with hundreds of US schools (e.g., Lawrenceville, Deerfield, Hawken) and institutionalized further through a March 2025 ACT Preferred Test Prep Partner relationship that distributes the ACT Advantage Plus Bundle ($299 for four official exam attempts) and an IMG Academy partnership reaching student-athletes via NCSA College Recruiting.

Revolution Prep is a privately held LLC backed by Kennet Partners (growth equity in 2017, follow-on participation) and Apax Digital Fund (growth investment, June 2021). The company has served over one million families over more than two decades and operates the adjacent Revolution Math brand for grades 2-5; current leadership includes CEO Ryan Kiick, with the co-founders remaining involved at the Board level. Reported growth has been described by management at nearly 100% annually around recent capital raises, though audited revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Revolution Prep

Legal name

Revolution Prep, LLC

Website

https://revolutionprep.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Revolution Prep is a US-based online tutoring and test preparation provider delivering one-on-one K-12 academic tutoring and SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, and AP prep using a proprietary dashboard, mobile app, and Zoom sessions, sold directly to families and through hundreds of school partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Tutoring and Test Preparation

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Test Prep Tutoring Platforms (SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT, etc.) (EDANAGAH)

Keywords

• Online tutoring services
• Test preparation
• K-12 academic support
• Private tutoring
• Standardized test prep

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Monica

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Private Tutoring Services: One-on-one tutoring sessions sold in packages. Academic tutoring for K-12 in 100+ subjects and test prep tutoring for SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE. Programs start at $990 for academic tutoring and $1,990 for test prep.
2. Small Group Test Prep Courses: Pre-scheduled small group test prep courses with up to 10 students per class. Programs starting at $499.
3. ACT Advantage Plus Bundle: Comprehensive ACT testing bundle offering four official exam attempts, score reports, and free score sending. Sold for $299 as an exclusive offering through Revolution Prep.
4. School/Institution Partnerships: B2B arrangements with schools and districts where institutions purchase tutoring services for their students. Schools can become closed testing sites for ACT exams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Revolution Prep provides live, 1-on-1 and small group online tutoring and standardized test preparation for K-12 students, covering 100+ academic subjects and exams including SAT, ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, SSAT, ISEE, and AP. Programs are delivered by professional, full-time tutor employees through the company's proprietary student dashboard, integrated Zoom video sessions, and mobile scoring app, with data-driven curriculum personalization and score-improvement guarantees. Supplemental offerings include executive function coaching, free proctored practice tests, and an exclusive ACT Advantage Plus bundle of four official exam attempts with score management services.

Product overview

Revolution Prep offers a comprehensive tutoring and test preparation platform combining results-driven professional tutors with technology to personalize support. The core product portfolio includes three main service lines: Academic Private Tutoring (1-on-1 support in 100+ subjects for Grades K-12), Test Prep Private Tutoring (SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE preparation), and Group Test Prep (small group courses for up to 10 students). These are supplemented by the ACT Advantage Plus Bundle offering exam attempts and score management, free practice tests, and executive function coaching. The company leverages its professional tutor workforce and digital platform to deliver personalized learning experiences for students across the United States.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Revolution Math: An online math learning platform for students in 2nd-5th grade, incorporating storytelling, games, small class size, and social interaction to engage students with an exceptional instructor. The program offers weekly online interactive classes with a mission to make students love math and feel confident solving real-world problems.

Products and services

• Academic Private Tutoring 1-on-1 personalized tutoring in 100+ subjects for students in Grades K-12, covering foundational skill gaps through AP/IB coursework, with a fully customized schedule and programs starting at $990. Targeted at individual K-12 students and families seeking academic support.
• Test Prep Private Tutoring 1-on-1 personalized test preparation for SAT, ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, SSAT, and ISEE with personalized test-prep plans and programs starting at $1,990. Includes a Score Guarantee Program on qualifying 20+ hour Premium Tier packages. Targeted at Grades 6–12 students preparing for high-stakes college and private school admissions exams.
• Group Test Prep Pre-scheduled small group test prep courses for SAT, ACT, and PSAT with an expert tutor and proven curriculum, accommodating up to 10 students per class, with programs starting at $499. Targeted at Grades 9–12 students who prefer a more affordable group format with a set schedule.
• ACT Advantage Plus Bundle Comprehensive ACT testing bundle for $299 offering four official ACT exam attempts, detailed My Answer Key score reports, free score sending to up to 12 schools, and easy score deletion service (stated total value over $700). Sold exclusively through Revolution Prep as part of its ACT Preferred Test Prep Partner arrangement.
• SAT Prep College entrance exam preparation for the digital SAT covering critical reading, writing, and math skills, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at high school students preparing for college admissions.
• ACT Prep College entrance exam preparation for the ACT covering English, math, reading, science, and writing sections, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at high school students preparing for college admissions.
• PSAT/NMSQT Prep Test preparation for the PSAT/NMSQT to help students prepare for the SAT and qualify for scholarship opportunities, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at high school students seeking National Merit recognition and SAT readiness.
• AP Exam Prep Advanced Placement exam preparation to enhance college applications or earn college credit, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at high school students taking AP courses and exams.
• SSAT Prep Admissions test preparation for the SSAT (Secondary School Admission Test) used by independent schools worldwide, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at students applying to private and independent secondary schools.
• ISEE Prep Entrance exam preparation for the ISEE (Independent School Entrance Examination) used by independent schools worldwide, delivered via personalized 1-on-1 instruction. Targeted at students applying to private and independent schools.
• Executive Function Coaching Coaching service developing executive function skills (organization, planning, study strategies) alongside subject matter expertise, forming part of the Revolution Methodology. Targeted at K-12 students needing skill-building beyond tutoring in core content.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million families helped achieve academic success
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• ACT (American College Testing)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Revolution Prep became one of ACT's Preferred Test Prep Partners in March 2025. Partnership provides exclusive benefits including ACT Advantage Plus bundle ($299 for 4 exam attempts), closed testing site opportunities for partner schools, and easy score management features. Janet Godwin, ACT's CEO, noted partnership helps more students access ACT testing.
• IMG AcademyflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Strategic partnership announced March 2025 with IMG Academy, world's leading sports education brand. Revolution Prep provides free tutoring, SAT/ACT prep courses, and practice exams to IMG Academy boarding school student-athletes and NCSA College Recruiting MVP Plus and MVP members. Partnership supports student-athletes balancing elite sports training and academics.
• Hundreds of Schools and School DistrictscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRevolution Prep partners with hundreds of schools and organizations worldwide. Partner schools include The Lawrenceville School, Deerfield Academy, Hawken School, and others. Schools can purchase tutoring services for their students and offer closed ACT testing sites.
• Jeffrey CohenminorOthersEducation veteran and CEO of Catapult Learning, Inc., formerly President and CEO of Sylvan Learning. Joined Board of Directors following $4 million Kennet Partners investment in 2017.
• Scott KirkpatrickminorOthersEducation industry veteran and current CEO of BrainPOP, formerly Executive Vice President of HMH, President of The Princeton Review, and President and COO of General Assembly. Joined Board of Directors following 2017 funding round.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• PrepScholar: Online SAT/ACT prep platform combining self-paced adaptive software with optional private tutoring. Overlaps significantly with Revolution Prep's test prep private tutoring and practice test offerings, especially for cost-conscious families.
• Outschool: Online marketplace for live small-group classes for K-12, including test prep and academic enrichment. Competes for the small-group live online format that Revolution Prep uses in its Group Test Prep product.
• Course Hero: Subscription-based study resource platform with tutoring and test prep content for college and high school students. Adjacent overlap in self-serve study tools, practice exams, and on-demand academic support.

Direct peers

• The Princeton Review: One of the largest and most established U.S. test prep and tutoring brands, offering SAT, ACT, AP, and academic tutoring with both live online and in-person formats. Directly competes with Revolution Prep for the same K-12 and college-bound student customer.
• Kaplan Test Prep: Major incumbent in standardized test prep and admissions tutoring (SAT, ACT, GRE, MCAT) with both consumer and institutional school channels. Highly comparable in product mix and target customer, with broader international reach.
• Varsity Tutors: Live online tutoring and test prep provider serving K-12 and college students with one-on-one, group, and on-demand formats. Direct competitor to Revolution Prep's online tutoring and small group test prep offerings.
• Wyzant: Online marketplace connecting K-12 students with private tutors across academic subjects and test prep. While its gig-economy tutor model differs from Revolution Prep's employee-based approach, it competes for the same consumer tutoring dollars.
• Tutor.com: On-demand online tutoring platform serving K-12 and college students, with both consumer and institutional contracts (including public library and school partnerships). Comparable to Revolution Prep's mix of direct-to-consumer and school/district business.

Broad incumbents

• Sylvan Learning: Established K-12 tutoring brand operating a national franchise network of learning centers, with personalized academic tutoring, test prep, and enrichment. Overlaps with Revolution Prep's academic private tutoring and in-school partnership offerings.

Others

• BrainPOP: K-12 digital educational content and adaptive learning platform now led by Scott Kirkpatrick, a Revolution Prep board advisor. Provides complementary, not directly competitive, supplemental learning content in the same K-12 channel.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors4 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

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