Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Howard Hathaway School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard Hathaway School's student population of 416 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Hathaway School ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Howard Hathaway School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Hathaway School's ranking?
Howard Hathaway School is ranked #78 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Howard Hathaway School often compared to?
Howard Hathaway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Howard Hathaway School?
416 students attend Howard Hathaway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Howard Hathaway School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Hathaway School?
Howard Hathaway School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howard Hathaway School offer ?
Howard Hathaway School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Howard Hathaway School part of?
Howard Hathaway School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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