Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wakefield 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wakefield School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield School is 0.31, 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
#65 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
53%
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
7%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Wakefield School's ranking?
Wakefield School is ranked #65 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Wakefield School often compared to?
Wakefield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peace Dale School, West Kingston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Wakefield School?
168 students attend Wakefield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wakefield School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield School?
Wakefield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wakefield School offer ?
Wakefield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Wakefield School part of?
Wakefield School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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