Very Good
#13 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 27% of private schools
River School
Elementary School
4880 MACARTHUR BLVD NW, Washington, DC 20007
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#13 of 45
In Washington
#13 of 45
public schools
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River School
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About River School
River School is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. River School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, River School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.1:1 students to teachers, River School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow River School compares to 157 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Key ES | 8.1 |
| Stoddert ES | 8.9 |
| Mann ES | 7.8 |
| Hyde-Addison ES | 7.7 |
| Eaton ES | 8.2 |
| Hearst ES | 9.4 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Janney ES | 8.9 |
| Murch ES | 7.9 |
| Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center | 6.3 |
| Marie Reed ES | 8.3 |
| Ross ES | 9.7 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights | 6.3 |
| Meridian PCS | 4.2 |
| Lafayette ES | 8.5 |
| Garrison ES | 9.1 |
| Tubman ES | 5.7 |
| Thomson ES | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 157 schools. View all schools in Washington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4880 MACARTHUR BLVD NW, Washington, DC 20007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stoddert ES (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Science Focus School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Key ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PATRICKS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mann ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Taylor Elementary Arlington | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Stoddert ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Dorothy Hamm Middle Arlington | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Innovation Elementary Arlington | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Arlington Science Focus School Arlington | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hardy MS Washington | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Washington | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,783
Median Home Value
$1,202,900
Median Rent
$2,066/mo
Population
23,696
College Educated
86.9%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.4
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| I Dream PCS Washington, DC | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River School
What grades does River School serve?
River School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend River School?
River School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River School?
The student-teacher ratio at River School is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River School rank in DC?
River School ranks #13 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is River School's MySchoolScout rating?
River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River School a private school?
Yes, River School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is River School a religious school?
No, River School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 337-3554
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