Very Good
#432 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 24% in state
River Valley Charter School
Elementary School · River Valley Charter (District)
2 Perry Way, Newburyport, MA 01950
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#432 of 1,793
In Newburyport
#3 of 5
public schools
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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River Valley Charter School
Elementary School in Newburyport · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Valley Charter School
River Valley Charter School is a public elementary school in Newburyport, MA, part of River Valley Charter (District). River Valley Charter School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. River Valley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for River Valley Charter School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
River Valley Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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River Valley Charter School — Students at River Valley Charter School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How River Valley Charter School Compares
See how River Valley Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2 Perry Way, Newburyport, MA 01950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Valley Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward G. Molin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newburyport, see our Newburyport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport | 0.8 mi | — |
| Newbury Elementary Newbury | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley | 4.8 mi | — |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 4.2 mi | — |
| Triton Regional Middle School Byfield | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Triton Regional High School Byfield | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 4.0 mi | — |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,259
Median Home Value
$792,400
Median Rent
$1,511/mo
Population
18,444
College Educated
65.9%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
47.3
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|---|---|
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
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| J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin, MA | 7.6 |
| James Tansey Fall River, MA | 7.6 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset, MA | 7.6 |
| Memorial Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Valley Charter School
What grades does River Valley Charter School serve?
River Valley Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend River Valley Charter School?
River Valley Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Valley Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Valley Charter School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Valley Charter School rank in MA?
River Valley Charter School ranks #432 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is River Valley Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Valley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at River Valley Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Valley Charter School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is River Valley Charter School a charter school?
Yes, River Valley Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is River Valley Charter School a Title I school?
No, River Valley Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (978) 465-0065
Resources & Links
District
River Valley Charter (District)- District Enrollment
- 288
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,538
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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