School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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The Rivers School is an independent day school for grades 6 through 12 in Weston, MA, with small class sizes, extraordinary faculty, a 55-acre campus, cutting-edge facilities, and endless possibilities. Founded in 1915 and drawing students from 85 Massachusetts cities and towns, Rivers is a welcoming, intentionally diverse community that fosters outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, and the arts. The school’s guiding philosophy of Excellence with Humanity informs every aspect of life at Rivers, from the classroom to the stage, from the playing field to the community and the wider world.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$69,380
Enrollment
536
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$49 million
AP
18
Average SAT Score
1460
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
11
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2020-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 2 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 5 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 2 |
| #5 | Yale University | 3 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 8 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 4 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(18)|
English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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European History
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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Sports
(15)|
Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Flag Football
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Golf
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Flag Football
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Skiing
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Soccer
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Softball
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Tennis
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Volleyball
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Football
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Ice Hockey
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Track and Field
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(53)|
Middle School Peer Tutors
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A Cappella (auditions required)
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Affinity Group Spaces - Various
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Ambitions
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Archery
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Ars Gratis Artis
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Middle School Peer Tutors
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A Cappella (auditions required)
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Affinity Group Spaces - Various
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Ambitions
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Archery
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Ars Gratis Artis
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BioBuilder
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Book Club
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Brain Beats
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BRIDGE
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Chess
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Computer Science
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The Current
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Debate
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The Edge
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ECO
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Family Promise
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Financial Investment/Stock Market
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Fishing
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Girls for Girls
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Good for Good
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Jewish Cultural Club
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GSA
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Latin
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Math
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MED
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Model UN
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Neuroscience
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Poker
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Party with a Purpose
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Red Key
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Rivers Serves
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Rivers Givers
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Robotics
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Scientella
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Spanish
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Team Impact
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Venture Capital Investment
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Visual Storytelling
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Vote Forward
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Women’s Empowerment
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Yearbook
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Selective Leadership Opportunities: Alumni Council
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Teaching Assistants (Various)
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Drama Captains
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Captains Council
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Coffeehouse
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Discipline Committee
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Student Council/Class Representatives
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Student Council/School Co-Presidents
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Student Council Conservatory Representative
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Student Council Athletics Representative
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Student Advisors
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Arts
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Band
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Chamber Choir
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Choreography
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Chorus
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Drama
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Jazz Combo
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Band
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Chamber Choir
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Choreography
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Chorus
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Drama
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Jazz Combo
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Theater
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Drawing
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Filmmaking
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Painting
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Photography
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Printmaking
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Sculpture
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2D Art
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about The Rivers School
Tell me a bit about The Rivers School.
The Rivers School is Co-ed private day school located in Massachusetts, US. It was founded 1915 , and currently has about 536 students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.rivers.org/.
For more official information, please visit https://www.rivers.org/.
Does The Rivers School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Rivers School is offering 18 AP courses.
Where do The Rivers School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 25.86% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.35% go to top 25, and about 5.86% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The Rivers School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Rivers School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for The Rivers School?
The day tuition for The Rivers School in 2024 is
$69,380 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@rivers.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@rivers.org .
Where is The Rivers School located?
The Rivers School is located in the State of Massachusetts of USA. The closest major city is Boston, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose Logan International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Rivers School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Rivers School is among the most popular schools, within top 429 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also The Rivers School has been favorited by 26 users.
Also The Rivers School has been favorited by 26 users.
How do I complete an application for The Rivers School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Rivers School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Rivers School’s official site: https://www.rivers.org/ or call them at 781-235-9300.
Also it is highly recommended to visit The Rivers School’s official site: https://www.rivers.org/ or call them at 781-235-9300.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Rivers School?
Yes, here are few:
Dana Hall School, Walnut Hill School for the Arts and Brandon Residential Treatment.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
The closest major city is Boston. You can find out more schools near Boston here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Rivers School?
The overall rating for The Rivers School is B.
The section ratings of The Rivers School are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of The Rivers School are:
B for Matriculation
B for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Boston, the capital and largest city of Massachusetts, is the cultural and financial heart of New England. With a rich history dating back to the American Revolution, it is home to iconic landmarks such as the Freedom Trail, the Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House. The city boasts prestigious universities like Harvard and MIT and is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and thriving economy. Boston's blend of historical significance and modern innovation makes it one of the most influential cities in the U.S.
Population (2022)
609,023
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Logan International Airport
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