Riverdale Elementary School

Riverdale Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade 1-5
143 Needham St,  Dedham, MA
Dedham Public Schools
5.0
5.0
193 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Edward Paris
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.4%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
6.7%
State Average
7.6%
Science
7%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

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%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
5.0 2 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.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 8 Reviews
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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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 $752,456. 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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