What RIVERVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT does

Riverview School District is a public K-12 school district headquartered in Duvall, Washington, serving more than 3,000 students across approximately 250 square miles of the lower Snoqualmie Valley, including Duvall, Carnation, and surrounding areas. The district operates six schools: Cedarcrest High School, Tolt Middle School, Carnation Elementary, Cherry Valley Elementary, Stillwater Elementary, and the Riverview Learning Center (which houses alternative, home-school partnership, CLEAR virtual high school, and the P.A.I.V.E. transition program for adult students ages 18-21). It is a governmental entity governed by an elected five-member School Board of Directors, not a commercial enterprise, and is therefore not subject to traditional investment-grade ownership or funding analysis.

The district's technology stack is built on standard K-12 SaaS infrastructure: Microsoft Office 365 for staff productivity; Qmlativ (Synergy) as the student information system providing Staff, ParentVUE, and StudentVUE portals; ParentSquare as the primary family communication and emergency broadcast platform; Edgenuity (delivered through the Puget Sound Online Learning Cooperative) for K-8 virtual learning; Diligent Community for school board governance; and i-Ready for personalized learning diagnostics. Supporting infrastructure includes MySchoolBucks for fee payments, Peachjar for digital flyers, FlashAlert.net for closure alerts, and Hazel Health for student telehealth services.

Revenue is non-commercial and comes primarily from voter-approved local levies and bonds, Washington State categorical education funding (tied to enrollment), federal education funds, and modest fee-based streams including Extended Day services, catering, facility use rentals, and activity bus fees. The district's go-to-market is community-led rather than commercial: enrollment is driven by word-of-mouth, parent volunteer participation, partnerships with local organizations, and an active Riverview Education Foundation. Notable strategic pressures include declining enrollment driving an approximately $1.5 million anticipated shortfall for the 2024-2025 academic year, inflation and regional salary competition, and a pending bond proposal for a new Tolt Middle School and safety upgrades.

Name

RIVERVIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT

Legal name

Riverview School District

Website

https://rsd407.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Riverview School District is a Washington State public K-12 district serving more than 3,000 students across six schools in the Snoqualmie Valley, including alternative learning and adult transition programs, funded by voter-approved levies, state and federal allocations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Student Support & Related Services (Counseling, SEL, Health, Safety) (EDAJAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

District Student Services Administration (Special Ed, Counseling, Health) (EDADABAJ)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Alternative learning programs
• Special education services
• Career and technical education
• Student transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Duvall

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Public Tax Funding (Levies and Bonds): The district receives voter-approved levy and bond funding from the local community. The passage of levies and bonds is cited as a key indicator of community investment. A bond proposal for a new Tolt Middle School, safety upgrades, and community spaces was under consideration.
2. Federal and State Education Funding: State-funded and federally-funded education programs including categorical funds for special programs (Special Education, Highly Capable, Multilingual Learning, Career and Technical Education). Revenue is enrollment-driven as the district has experienced declining enrollment impacting overall funding.
3. Fee-Based Programs and Services: The district generates revenue from fee-based services including Extended Day services, catering, facility use rentals, and activity bus fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Riverview School District provides tuition-free K-12 public education to more than 3,000 students across six schools in the Snoqualmie Valley, including traditional elementary, middle, and high schools plus alternative learning programs (Riverview Learning Center, RVA, CLEAR virtual high school, K-8 Edgenuity virtual program). The district supplements core academics with Special Education, Highly Capable, Multilingual Learning, AP/Honors, Career and Technical Education (FFA, DECA), athletics, and 40+ clubs, while operating supporting services such as student transportation, food services, health services, and family communications.

Product overview

Riverview School District is a K-12 public school district providing comprehensive educational services through a network of traditional schools (Cedarcrest High School, Tolt Middle School, and three elementary schools), alternative programs (Riverview Learning Center, RVA), and specialized transition services (P.A.I.V.E. program for ages 18-21). The district serves approximately 3,000 students across 250 square miles in the Snoqualmie Valley, offering core academic programs alongside Career & Technical Education, athletics, and 40+ extracurricular clubs. Supporting infrastructure includes student transportation, food services, health services, and digital engagement platforms for parent communication and payments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cedarcrest High School Public high school serving grades 9-12 in the Snoqualmie Valley, offering core academics, AP/Honors courses, Career and Technical Education (FFA, DECA), athletics, and 40+ clubs for resident students.
• Tolt Middle School Public middle school serving grades 6-8, providing core academic instruction, exploratory programs, athletics, and student activities for district residents.
• Carnation Elementary Public elementary school serving K-5 students in Carnation, recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation.
• Cherry Valley Elementary Public elementary school serving K-5 students, providing foundational academics within the Riverview School District.
• Stillwater Elementary Public elementary school serving K-5 students within the Riverview School District.
• Riverview Learning Center (RLC) Alternative education program offering home school/parent partnership, specialized forensics classes, and alternative learning pathways for district students.
• RVA (Riverview Academy) Alternative school program offering additional educational pathways within the Riverview School District.
• CLEAR (Cyber Learning Educational Alternative at Riverview) High school-level online learning program delivered through the Riverview Learning Center for students seeking remote instruction while remaining enrolled in the district.
• K-8 Edgenuity Virtual Learning Program K-8 virtual learning program delivered via Edgenuity through the Puget Sound Educational Service District cooperative, providing self-paced ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health, Art, and Digital Citizenship instruction aligned to the RSD school calendar.
• P.A.I.V.E. (Personal Achievement in Independence, Vocation, and Education) Transition program for adult students ages 18-21 offering individualized curriculum and vocational experiences such as the P.A.I.V.E. Coffee Shop, focused on post-secondary education, employment, and independent living goals.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Career-focused coursework at Cedarcrest High School including the FFA Nursery Landscape program (state champions), DECA, and other vocational pathways preparing students for post-secondary careers.
• Specialized Student Programs Comprehensive K-12 support programs including Special Education, Reading and Math enrichment, Highly Capable, Multilingual Learning, and AP/Honors courses serving diverse student needs across the district.
• Athletics and Activities Program Comprehensive athletics and activities at Cedarcrest High School and Tolt Middle School, including track & field, FFA, DECA, STEALTH Robotics, and over 40 student clubs and enrichment programs.
• Student Transportation Services District-operated student transportation services covering approximately 250 square miles, including standard bus routes, activity buses, and emergency/snow route protocols, managed through the Transportation Center in Carnation.
• Food Services Program School meal program providing breakfast and lunch services, including free meals to all in-person K-12 students during the 2021-2022 school year, with free and reduced-price eligibility determined by household income applications under USDA guidelines.
• Extended Day and Community Programs Fee-based supplemental programs including Extended Day services, Riverview Rec & Rally enrichment, facility use rentals, and catering services managed through the Business Services office.
• Student Health Services Student health services including nursing staff, health screenings, and integration with Hazel Health for telehealth and additional student health support.
• Diligent Community Board Governance Portal Cloud-based governance and civic engagement platform replacing BoardDocs for school board meeting management, agendas, minutes, calendars, and policies, including Request to Speak and Subscribe features for community meeting notifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Cedarcrest Girls Track & Field finished 2nd at WIAA 2A State Championships in May 2024 — first state trophy in school history. 11 total podium placements set a new school record.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hutteball + Oremus ArchitecturecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm consulted on Riverview's upcoming bond proposal, including plans for a new Tolt Middle School, safety and security upgrades across all schools, and new shared community spaces. Firm representatives appeared on the 407Cast podcast to discuss the bond planning committee's work.
• Nicole Ji Group of Compass RealtyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Cedarcrest DECA's second annual Valley Open Pickleball Tournament. Sponsorship supported community-building event with over 60 teams, with registration proceeds donated to an RSD school/program of each participant's choice.
• Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD)coreTechnology or IntegrationRiverview participates in the PSESD-organized Puget Sound Online Learning Cooperative, using the Edgenuity platform to deliver K-8 virtual learning. Students remain enrolled in Riverview while accessing self-paced online curriculum. Special Education services are provided by the home school.
• EdgenuitycoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline curriculum platform used for K-8 virtual learning through the Puget Sound Online Learning Cooperative. Curriculum includes ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Health, Art, and Digital Citizenship. Self-paced coursework aligned to RSD school calendar.
• Riverview Education FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit foundation that generates financial and community support to further enhance educational opportunities for Riverview students. Represents a key element of the district's community investment model.
• Riverview PTSA CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent-teacher-student association active at each school, enabling parents to share in advocacy and experiences that benefit all Riverview schools. Part of the district's community engagement structure.
• ParentSquarecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommunication platform used by the district for all school and district-specific communications with parents, guardians, and staff. Automatically generates accounts for all active families and staff. The district's primary channel for emergency broadcasts, school closures, and general announcements.
• Hazel HealthminorOthersStudent health services provider offering telehealth and health support to Riverview students. Referenced in the district's Parent & Community section for health and wellness resources.
• Diligent (formerly BoardDocs)coreTechnology or IntegrationCloud-based governance and civic engagement platform used to manage school board meetings, agendas, minutes, calendars, and policies. Provides community features including Request to Speak and Subscribe for meeting notifications. Launched April 19, 2024.
• Canopy (EAP)minorOthersEmployee Assistance Program provider offering free and confidential counseling services, financial coaching, life coaching, pet parent resources, legal consultations, and homeowner programs to Riverview School District employees and their eligible family members.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Seattle Public Schools: Largest public K-12 district in Washington state, 25 miles west of Riverview. Operates a broad K-12 + special education + alternative pathways portfolio at city-wide scale; relevant as the regional benchmark for governance modernization and digital family engagement.
• Bellevue School District: Adjacent high-performing Eastside public K-12 district serving Bellevue. Larger and better-resourced; offers the same K-12 + alternative learning mix and competes for families in the southern Snoqualmie Valley feeder pattern.
• Lake Washington School District: Larger Eastside public K-12 district (Redmond, Kirkland, Sammamish). Much larger scale but overlapping catchment boundary; operates similar K-12, special education, and alternative learning programs at significantly greater scale.

Direct peers

• Northshore School District: Adjacent Eastside public K-12 district serving Bothell, Kenmore, and Woodinville. Comparable suburban-Washington K-12 operator with similar academic, CTE, and athletics programming; competes for families in Woodinville overlap zones.
• Issaquah School District: Nearby Eastside public K-12 district with a stronger brand and higher-funded programs. Competes for families in the Issaquah/southern Snoqualmie Valley corridor and serves as the higher-resourced alternative Riverview risks losing families to.
• Tahoma School District: Eastside/Renton-area public K-12 district serving Maple Valley, Covington, and Black Diamond. Comparable suburban-rural K-12 operator with similar mix of traditional schools, athletics, and CTE programs.
• Snoqualmie Valley School District: Neighboring public K-12 district covering the upper Snoqualmie Valley (North Bend, Snoqualmie, Preston). Closest geographic peer, directly competes for families on the eastern boundary of Riverview's 250-square-mile catchment.
• Mercer Island School District: Nearby Eastside public K-12 district serving Mercer Island. Comparable K-12 program breadth (academics, athletics, CTE) and similar Washington-state regulatory environment; small district comparable in scale and operational footprint to Riverview.

Regional players

• Federal Way Public Schools: South Puget Sound public K-12 district where Riverview's incoming Cherry Valley Elementary principal previously served. Operates a similar K-12 + special education + alternative learning portfolio; relevant peer for staff talent flows and program benchmarking rather than direct enrollment competition.

Others

• Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD): Regional ESD that operates the Puget Sound Online Learning Cooperative through which Riverview delivers K-8 Edgenuity virtual learning. Not a competitor but a direct enabler of Riverview's alternative-learning product and a relevant comparable for regional service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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