Russian School of Mathematics

Russian School of Mathematics offers after-school math classes, including Elementary (K-2), Elementary (3-5), Middle School, High School, and a selective Competition program. The program page says classes meet once a week for 1.5 to 4 hours per week, depending on grade level, and homework is assigned each week.

Programs

• Elementary (K-2) — K-2
• Elementary (3-5) — 3-5
• Middle School
• High School
• Competition — Selective competitions program

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: After-school math classes at RSM-Naperville meet anywhere from 1.5 to 4 hours per week, depending on the grade level. The program page also states classes are held once a week for 2 hrs and classes meet for 1.5 hrs - 2 hrs a week, depending on age.

About the provider

The leadership team lists Liubou Traskevich as Principal, with an M.A. in Mathematics Education. The about page says the school has been operating for nearly thirty years, starting with the first class held at Ms. Rifkin's kitchen table outside of Boston, Massachusetts. The mission statement says the program uses the rigorous study of mathematics to develop students' math fluency, intellect, and character.

RSM does not franchise and only opens a new location once a gifted and experienced teacher becomes available to lead it. The curriculum is a continuous K-12 curriculum. Tuition details are provided by branch. The program states it is generally ahead of public school. Classes are after-school math classes. The school says it offers tutoring only as a short-term solution to prepare students to join their peers in the classroom.

What families say

“Wonderful academic institution! The teachers are experienced, patient, and knowledgeable. I would strongly recommend this school to anyone interested in advancing and/or improving their child's knowledge of mathematics and confidence in problem-solving.” — Anna M. Alumni

“RSM regrouped immediately and provided seamless transition to a virtual classroom. RSM’s online classes took nothing away from the “live” experience: real-time lively interaction with exchange of ideas and opportunity to have students’ questions answered.” — Kristina J Parent

“Excellent school that promotes critical and analytical thinking through a thoroughly designed curriculum while instilling positive habits of persistence, commitment and grit.” — Elena K. Parent

Last updated August 25, 2026.