The Rivers School is an independent day school for grades 6 through 12 in Weston, MA, where students are challenged to attain their highest levels of excellence in academics, arts, and athletics.
Rivers' dynamic and challenging curriculum rewards curiosity, ignites creativity, and teaches students to be independent, critical thinkers.
Guided by the educational philosophy of "Excellence with Humanity," Rivers inspires every student to pursue excellence, thrive in a community of connection and belonging, and create their own path to a life of impact and purpose.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MA School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Yearly Tuition: $57,950
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Rivers School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1915
Colors
Red and White
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 8, 2026
Campus Size
55 acres
Student Body
Total Students
519 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
78%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1500
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
33
(Out of 36)
Average Percentile SSAT
78%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$57,950
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$42,100
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Yassine Talhaoui
Admissions Associate
Kate Pistel
Endowment Size
$48.8 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
A Capella GroupCommunity Service Club
DECADiversity Club
Environmental Action ClubFan Zone
Gender and Sexuality AllianceMiddle School Book Club
Model United Nations/Model CongressPhilosophy Club
Red KeyRivers Givers
Robotics ClubSchool Council
Service CouncilSpeech & Debate Club
Student AdvisorsTeaching Assistants
Technology ClubThe Current (literary magazine)
The ForumThe Nonesuch (yearbook)
The Rivers Edge (newspaper)
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Productions
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Wings
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Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Rivers School cost?
The Rivers School's tuition is approximately $57,950 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Rivers School?
The acceptance rate of The Rivers School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. The Rivers School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
Does The Rivers School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Rivers School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does The Rivers School offer?
The Rivers School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Rivers School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.
What is The Rivers School's ranking?
The Rivers School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Rivers School?
The application deadline for The Rivers School is Jan. 15.
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(978) 402-2250
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 402-2250
9.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 431 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 115 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1400 Lowell Road
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(978) 371-6524
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 371-6524
12.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 429 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 71 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10 Campus Drive
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(781) 320-7271
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 320-7271
8.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 620 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
791 Hammond St
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(617) 738-2725
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 738-2725
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Gr: 6-12 | 490 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
80 Gerry's Landing Rd
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
10.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,044 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition listed
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10 Campus Drive
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(781) 320-7271
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 320-7271
8.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 620 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
791 Hammond St
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 738-2725
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 738-2725
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Gr: 6-12 | 490 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
10.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,044 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition listed
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(781) 664-2201
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 664-2201
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Milton, MA 02186
(617) 898-1798
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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69 Middlesex Road
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(617) 566-7462
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 566-7462
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20 Newton St
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(617) 522-5544
Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 522-5544
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(617) 277-2456
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(617) 277-2456
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(617) 354-3880
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 354-3880
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(508) 655-6400
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-6400
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11 Huron Drive
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(508) 651-7500
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
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The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
367 Commonwealth Road
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(508) 655-2200
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 655-2200
1.2 miles
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6 Loker Street
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(508) 653-1188
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 653-1188
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Gr: PK-8 | 155 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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57 Brown St
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(781) 235-4805
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 235-4805
1.3 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 14 students Tuition listed
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Brandon School & Residental Treatment
All-boys | Special Education School
27 Winter St
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-6400
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-6400
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students Sports: 2
Crossroads School
Special Education School
11 Huron Drive
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students
12 Highland Street
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-5085
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-5085
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 277 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
45 Dana Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331
2.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 441 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rcs Learning Center
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6 Strathmore Rd
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-5940
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-5940
3.7 miles
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Brandon School & Residental Treatment
All-boys | Special Education School
27 Winter St
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-6400
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 655-6400
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students Sports: 2
Crossroads School
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11 Huron Drive
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students
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Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 653-1188
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 653-1188
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Gr: PK-8 | 155 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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57 Brown St
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(781) 235-4805
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 235-4805
1.3 miles
Gr: 5-6 | 14 students Tuition listed
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(508) 650-1900
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 650-1900
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Crossroads School
Special Education School
11 Huron Drive
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 651-7500
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
367 Commonwealth Road
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 655-2200
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 655-2200
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-K
6 Loker Street
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 653-1188
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 653-1188
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 155 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Primrose School Of Natick
Daycare / Preschool
296 N Main St
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 545-2624
Natick, MA 01760
(508) 545-2624
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 152 students
Wayland Montessori Preschool
Montessori School
5 Damon St
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 655-5742
Wayland, MA 01778
(508) 655-5742
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33 Davis Street
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-4100
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-4100
9466.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19 Davis Street
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-4200
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-4200
9466.2 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 340 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21 Davis Street
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-3332
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-3332
9466.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 284 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17 Gleason Court
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-2154
Douglas, MA 01516
(508) 476-2154
9466.2 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 222 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
122 Berthelette Way
Millville, MA 01529
(508) 876-0177
Millville, MA 01529
(508) 876-0177
9466.2 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 459 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
School Reviews
5 8/11/2018
This is my first year at Rivers and I really have loved the school. The workload is definitely a lot but the teachers go out of the way to make sure you understand. Rivers also has a very strong community and great sports teams and an awesome music program.
5 10/14/2017
I have a daughter who graduated from Rivers and a son who just started and I can't say enough about the quality of the faculty, the diversity of the school's programs and the excellent sense of community. My kids are very different (the oldest is more into the arts, music, and clubs and the other into sports) and Rivers has been a great fit for each of them. The academics are very challenging but at the same time the teachers make the kids want to learn and push themselves. Great school!
5 4/8/2017
We have been very impressed by the teachers at the school. They are substantive and encourage rigor, but they're also extremely available and helpful and want the students to do their best. The school has a number of great electives and interdisciplinary programs and very thoughtful pedagogy. The school is also making real efforts in the realms of diversity and inclusion.
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