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The Rivers School
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  • WESTON, MA
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The Rivers School

#22 in Best Private High Schools in Massachusetts
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • 6-12
  • WESTON, MA
  • 53 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      A
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    (781) 235-9300
    333 WINTER ST
    WESTON, MA 02493
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    About The Rivers School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    January 15
    Application Fee
    $50
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $63,290
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    29%
    Average Financial Aid
    $45,064
    From The Rivers School

    The Rivers School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school currently for students in grades 6 through 12. Rivers challenges students to attain their highest levels of excellence in academics, arts, and athletics. We set high standards and expect students to participate actively in their learning. We cultivate a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that encourages student performance. Rivers is dedicated to preparing its students for leadership in a world that needs their talents, imagination, intellect, and compassion.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1410
    109 responses
    Average ACT
    33
    77 responses
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    The Conservatory Program

    academic spotlight

    This program is part of The Rivers School academic curriculum and serves approximately 40 Rivers students who are highly skilled musicians, providing them with the facilities, faculty, classes, and performance opportunities needed to cultivate their musical artistry to their full potential without requiring them to give up the opportunity to pursue a rigorous academic experience.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    86%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 14 responses
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 14 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 19 responses
    • Post midterm exam holiday basketball game
      37%
    • Homecoming
      32%
    • Spirit Week
      16%
    • None
      11%
    • Pep rallies
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    525
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 14 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 14 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 14 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    6:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    93%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 14 responses
    Poll
    93%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 14 responses
    Poll
    93%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 14 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    92%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 13 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 13 responses

    Living in the Area

    Middlesex County
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $121,304
    National
    $75,149
    Median Rent
    $2,004
    National
    $1,268
    Median Home Value
    $654,300
    National
    $281,900
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