Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Daniel D. Waterman School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel D. Waterman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Daniel D. Waterman School's student population of 217 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel D. Waterman School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel D. Waterman School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
5%
9%
White
43%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel D. Waterman School's ranking?
Daniel D. Waterman School is ranked #75 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Daniel D. Waterman School often compared to?
Daniel D. Waterman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eden Park School, Woodridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Daniel D. Waterman School?
217 students attend Daniel D. Waterman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Daniel D. Waterman School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel D. Waterman School?
Daniel D. Waterman School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Daniel D. Waterman School offer ?
Daniel D. Waterman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Daniel D. Waterman School part of?
Daniel D. Waterman School is part of Cranston School District.
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