Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Agnes E. Little School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agnes E. Little School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Agnes E. Little School's student population of 330 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
You Just Can't Hide That Dolphin Pride
School Rankings
Agnes E. Little School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agnes E. Little School is 0.71, which is more 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
#184 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
32%
9%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Agnes E. Little School's ranking?
Agnes E. Little School is ranked #184 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Agnes E. Little School often compared to?
Agnes E. Little Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potter-burns 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 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Agnes E. Little School?
330 students attend Agnes E. Little School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Agnes E. Little School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Agnes E. Little School?
Agnes E. Little School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Agnes E. Little School offer ?
Agnes E. Little School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Agnes E. Little School part of?
Agnes E. Little School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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