Riverdale Elementary School

Riverdale Elementary School is highly rated in Dedham.

Riverdale Elementary School has 172 students attending.

Riverdale Elementary School serves students grades 1-5 in Dedham.

Riverdale Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade 1-5

143 Needham St, Dedham, MA

Riverdale Neighborhood

Dedham Public Schools

5.0

193 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Edward Paris

Student Teacher Ratio
10:1

Math Proficiency
37%

Reading Proficiency
52%

Academics

B+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

52%

Math Proficiency

37%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

10:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

4.4%

Test Scores

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

170:1

Student Diversity

Male

52.3%

Female

47.7%

White

71.8%

Hispanic

13.2%

Two or more races

6.9%

Black

4.6%

Asian or Pacific Islander

3.4%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

10/10/2017

We have 4 children who have or are currently attending Riverdale. The principal is top notch, the staff really care about the kids.

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5.0 parent

1/23/2025

Love our little neighborhood school! The best!

5.0 parent

6/1/2021

The teachers and staff at Riverdale create such a warm and nurturing educational environment. We have been beyond pleased with the support our children have received at this school.

5.0 parent

6/9/2020

We have had an exceptional experience with the Riverdale School community. While the district for the school makes up almost half of Dedham, the size of the school is small enough that the administration really know each child and family well. Class sizes in my sons grade are less than 20, a student...

5.0 parent

5/18/2019

Between 2 children, this is my 7th year here. This is a great school with great teachers and staff. Mr. Paris, the school principal, is the best!

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List Price Range

$513K - $1.7M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$739,499

Median Lot Size

6,534 Sq Ft

% Renters

25%

Average Household Income

$155,901

% of College Grads

56.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,481 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

9.5%

Homes for Sale

$2,250,000
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,050 Sq Ft
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Unit 3

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$995,000
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,595 Sq Ft
165 Highland St

Unit 165
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- 3 Beds
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80 Horrigan Dr

Unit 24
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Homes for Rent

$3,900 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,200 Sq Ft
35-37 Lindale Ave

Unit 2

Dedham, MA
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$2,250 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 646 Sq Ft
80 Bridge St

Unit 308

Dedham, MA
Just four years old! Beautiful 3 room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, extra spacious (642 sq’) luxury 3rd floor apartment at highly sought after location. Offering an open floor plan w/living room/dining area, fully applianced quartz/stainless kitchen, primary bedroom with full bath, guest bedroom and full gues...

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$4,300 per month
- House for Rent
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,469 Sq Ft
57 Maynard Rd

Dedham, MA
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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Dedham High School

9th to 12th
Public

A-

Needham High School

9th to 12th
Public

A+

Newton South High School

9th to 12th
Public

A+

Dedham Dog Park

Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails

Millennium Park

Bike Trails
Boating
Picnic Area

Cutler Park Reservation

Bike Trails
Fishing
Trails

Draper Playground

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground

Wilson Mountain Reservation

Bike Trails
Fishing
Lake

Havey Beach

Boating

Barnes Memorial Park

Riverdale Park

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Massachusetts Norfolk County Dedham 02026 Riverdale

Riverdale Elementary School is a public school for students in grades 1-5 in Dedham, MA and is served by the Dedham Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 193 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Riverdale Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $739,499. Discover additional schools in the area, like Dedham High School, Needham High School, Newton South High School, and more. Learn more about what Dedham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Riverdale Elementary School.

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