Serving 191 students in grades 9-12, Jacqueline M. Walsh 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jacqueline M. Walsh School's student population of 191 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh 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 Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 0.64, which is more 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
#69 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
9%
9%
White
54%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacqueline M. Walsh School's ranking?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is ranked #69 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Jacqueline M. Walsh School often compared to?
Jacqueline M. Walsh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William E. Tolman High School, Charles E. Shea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
The graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
191 students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jacqueline M. Walsh School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jacqueline M. Walsh School offer ?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jacqueline M. Walsh School part of?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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