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

A-

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

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

170:1

Student Diversity

Female

55.7%

Male

44.3%

White

64.4%

Hispanic

17%

Black

7.7%

Two or more races

7.2%

Asian

3.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

2/23/2022

We have been so pleased with the Riverdale school! The staff and principal truly care about our children! I am impressed with their homework and the school curriculum! Excellent school

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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

$524K - $1.8M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$722,739

Median Lot Size

6,534 Sq Ft

% Renters

25%

Average Household Income

$155,901

% of College Grads

56.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,482 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

9.5%

Homes for Sale

$1,095,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,129 Sq Ft

27 Pine St

Do not miss this stunning townhome that lives like a single family and offers a flexible floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings and exceptional natural light. Ideally located in the Riverdale school district and across from Noble and Greenough School, this home is minutes to Legacy Pl...

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$3,995,000

9 Beds
6.5 Baths
10,987 Sq Ft

570 Bridge St
New 8 days ago

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$2,250,000

3 Beds
4 Baths
4,050 Sq Ft

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10 Beds
10 Baths
12,448 Sq Ft

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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,548 Sq Ft

223 Robert Rd

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5 Beds
5 Baths
6,046 Sq Ft

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$1,925,000

6 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,470 Sq Ft

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6.5 Baths
6,977 Sq Ft

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3 Baths
3,107 Sq Ft

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$2,450,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,155 Sq Ft

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6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,735 Sq Ft

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New 8 days ago

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5 Beds
7 Baths
9,896 Sq Ft

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5 Baths
8,212 Sq Ft

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1 Bath
1,200 Sq Ft

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Unit 2
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1,800 Sq Ft

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Dedham High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $722,739. 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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