Riverside School

The Riverside School Needham is a 766 approved, private, nonprofit, therapeutic day school developed to meet the academic and therapeutic needs of adolescent in grades 6 through 12.
We specialize in educating teens with complex Behavioral Health Disorders including Mood Disorders and Anxiety Disorders.
We offer a low student to teacher ratio with highly skilled educational and clinical professionals.
Our small highly structured classroom setting, combined with a strong academic foundation, is designed to meet the unique individual needs of each student.
We provide comprehensive therapeutic supports to enhance personal growth through group, individual, and family therapeutic models.
Our program includes ongoing consultation to students and families in order for students to transition to a less restrictive educational environment.
Students are offered guided learning opportunities and practical application of learned skills.
We are here to provide a strong foundation of life and educational skills essential for being a successful and productive member of the community.
Our services are based on a comprehensive assessment of each student`s individual profileand collaboration with the student, family, and referring school system.
Our curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and embraces the Common Core Curriculum in English and Mathematics.
We offer a strength-based affirmative behavior system, strong clinical supports, family involvement and individual action plans.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Riverside School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
8 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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When is the application deadline for Riverside School?
The application deadline for Riverside School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Norfolk County, MA is $26,345 for elementary schools and $34,736 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Norfolk County, MA is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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