Very Good
#126 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 32% of private schools
Charles River School
Elementary School
6 OLD MEADOW RD, Dover, MA 02030
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#126 of 388
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Charles River School
Elementary School in Dover · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Charles River School
Charles River School is a private elementary school in Dover, MA. Charles River School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #126 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Charles 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 4.9:1 students to teachers, Charles River School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Charles 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 Charles River School compares to the 3 public schools in Dover, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dover
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles River School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Chickering | 6.7 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School | 8.4 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional High | 9.4 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
6 OLD MEADOW RD, Dover, MA 02030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles River School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Another option is William E Sheehan (rated 9.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hunnewell (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chickering Dover | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| WALKER SCHOOL Needham | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| High Rock School Needham | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Memorial Natick | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover | 3.0 mi | 9.4 |
| William E Sheehan Westwood | 3.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Thomas Blake Middle Medfield | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Memorial School Medfield | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 4.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Pollard Middle Needham | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood | 3.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Martha Jones Westwood | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,285,800
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
5,893
College Educated
87.3%
Homeownership
97%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashby Elementary Ashby, MA | 7.0 |
| Cold Spring Plymouth, MA | 7.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 7.0 |
| Erving Elementary Erving, MA | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls, MA | 7.0 |
| Aborn Lynn, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles River School
What grades does Charles River School serve?
Charles River School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Charles River School?
Charles River School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles River School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles River School is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Charles River School rank in MA?
Charles River School ranks #126 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Charles River School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles River School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Charles River School a private school?
Yes, Charles 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 Charles River School a religious school?
No, Charles River School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (508) 785-0068
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