Kilmer K-8 School vs Riverdale
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kilmer K-8 School
West Roxbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
401 students
Riverdale
Dedham · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
206 students
| Measure | Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury, Massachusetts | Riverdale Dedham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 1,009 | #566 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #13971 of 50,301 | #19547 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 401 | 206 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 47% |
| city | West Roxbury | Dedham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kilmer K-8 School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 58.1).
- •Kilmer K-8 School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Kilmer K-8 School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Riverdale does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 10.0).
- •Kilmer K-8 School is the larger school with 401 students compared with 206.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kilmer K-8 School better than Riverdale?
On the Success Index (US), Kilmer K-8 School ranks higher (66.2 vs 58.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kilmer K-8 School and Riverdale?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between West Roxbury and Dedham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kilmer K-8 School: 401. Riverdale: 206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kilmer K-8 School and Riverdale rank in Massachusetts?
Kilmer K-8 School is 430th of 1,009 and Riverdale is 566th of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).