Charles River School

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Charles River School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8

6 Old Meadow Rd, Dover, MA

4.4

4.8

193 Students

Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Gretchen Larkin

Student Teacher Ratio
5:1

Annual Tuition
$52,320

A-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 5:1 Teachers 42	Full Time Teachers 38
Part Time Teachers 4	Teachers in First or Second Year 1%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female 52.7%	Male 47.3%
White 72%	Hispanic 8.2%
Black 7.1%	Two or more races 6.6%
Asian 6%

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

9/25/2025

This is our family's 7th year at CRS. Between our 3 kids we've experienced every grade there—and are constantly moved by how much our kids are seen and known and pushed to be their best selves.

5.0 Parent

9/18/2025

CRS is simply the BEST! The school is a community and everyone works together to foster care, love and concern for each child!

5.0 Parent

1/31/2024

Charles River School has been an amazing experience for not only my children but also my family. The child centered progressive education that focuses on joy and learning with a thematic curriculum and supportive environment has shaped my children into life long learners and just generally good humans who are interested in and accepting of others. I cannot recommend a school more highly.

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5.0 parent

1/31/2024

My son attends Charles River School and could not be happier. He absolutely loves going to school each day and wishes the school did not end after 8th grade. CRS makes learning fun. Academic rigor is balanced with strong social emotional support. The school encourages kids to be curious, self-aware,...

5.0 parent

1/31/2024

I am both an alum as well as a parent of 3 kids who have attended Charles River School (1 still in attendance). It is a school I credit with so much of my own development as a productive member of society - personally and professionally. I still count some of the friends I made during my 10 years at...

5.0 parent

1/30/2024

My children had a wonderful, well rounded experience at CRS. They all had wonderful options for secondary school - and have been doing well in their studies post CRS. They felt well prepared for the setting and curriculum that followed their studies. They continue to speak fondly about their time at...

5.0 parent

1/29/2024

Since joining Charles River School almost 7 years ago, I remain impressed and thrilled that my child has the privilege and opportunity to attend a school that fosters the importance of "igniting curiosity, encouraging creativity, and cultivating intellectual engagement. " At CRS children are allowed...

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Charles River School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 6 Old Meadow Rd in Dover, MA. Annual tuition is $52,320. The school has a total enrollment of 193 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Charles River School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. Discover additional schools in the area, like Riverbend School, High Rock Middle School, St Benedict Elementary Inc., and more. Learn more about what Dover has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Charles River School.

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