Below Average
#357 of 388 private schools in MA
Riverview School
High School
551 ROUTE 6A, East Sandwich, MA 02537
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#357 of 388
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Riverview School
High School in East Sandwich · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverview School
Riverview School is a private high school in East Sandwich, MA. Riverview School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Riverview School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Riverview 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 Riverview School compares to the 2 public schools in East Sandwich, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in East Sandwich
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverview School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Sandwich Middle High School | 6.8 |
| Oak Ridge | 9.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
551 ROUTE 6A, East Sandwich, MA 02537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverview School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sandwich Middle High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barnstable High (rated 4.4/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Sandwich, see our East Sandwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Ridge East Sandwich | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills | 4.8 mi | — |
| West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills | 5.5 mi | 4.6 |
| THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich | 4.6 mi | — |
| BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville | 6.0 mi | — |
| Forestdale School Sandwich | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville | 6.7 mi | 5.2 |
| West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF CAPE COD Sandwich | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville | 7.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis | 7.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Barnstable High Hyannis | 7.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis | 8.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis | 8.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable | 8.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,150
Median Home Value
$617,600
Median Rent
$1,328/mo
Population
6,486
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Springfield High School Springfield, MA | 4.6 |
| Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford, MA | 4.6 |
| Turners Fall High Montague, MA | 4.5 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence, MA | 4.7 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park, MA | 4.8 |
| City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury, MA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverview School
What grades does Riverview School serve?
Riverview School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Riverview School?
Riverview School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverview School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Riverview School rank in MA?
Riverview School ranks #357 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Riverview School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Riverview School a private school?
Yes, Riverview 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 Riverview School a religious school?
No, Riverview School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Phone
- (508) 888-0489
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