Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West Kingston School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Kingston School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West Kingston School's student population of 212 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Kingston School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Kingston School is 0.38, 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
#128 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
3%
9%
White
78%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Kingston School's ranking?
West Kingston School is ranked #128 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are West Kingston School often compared to?
West Kingston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakefield School, Peace Dale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend West Kingston School?
212 students attend West Kingston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Kingston School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Kingston School?
West Kingston School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Kingston School offer ?
West Kingston School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is West Kingston School part of?
West Kingston School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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