Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-8, River Valley Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Valley Charter School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
River Valley Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
84%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
22.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Charter School's ranking?
River Valley Charter School is ranked #544 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are River Valley Charter School often compared to?
River Valley Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend River Valley Charter School?
288 students attend River Valley Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of River Valley Charter School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Charter School?
River Valley Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does River Valley Charter School offer ?
River Valley Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Valley Charter School part of?
River Valley Charter School is part of River Valley Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is fantastic! The Montessori Philosophy is wonderful and we are pleased with the education here. Parent involvement is key - each parent is willing to donate 40 Plus hours to the school each year. The kids go on field trips a few times per month and each has an individual learning plan! We love it!
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