Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Charlestown Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlestown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Charlestown Elementary School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Charlestown Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlestown Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)65-69%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlestown Elementary School's ranking?
Charlestown Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Charlestown Elementary School often compared to?
Charlestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Valley Elementary School, Ashaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Charlestown Elementary School?
250 students attend Charlestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Charlestown Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlestown Elementary School?
Charlestown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charlestown Elementary School offer ?
Charlestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlestown Elementary School part of?
Charlestown Elementary School is part of Chariho School District.
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