Block Island School is a K-12 school located in Block Island, Rhode Island. Established in 1933, it replaced five one-room schools. Today, the Block Island School educates approximately 160 students, from kindergarten through senior year. A typical school day runs from 7:50 am to 2:50 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Serving 125 students in grades 1-12, Block Island School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Block Island School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Block Island School's student population of 125 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
School Rankings
Block Island School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Block Island School is 0.43, 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
#99 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Block Island School's ranking?
Block Island School is ranked #99 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Block Island School?
The graduation rate of Block Island School is 50%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Block Island School?
125 students attend Block Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Block Island School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Block Island School?
Block Island School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Block Island School offer ?
Block Island School offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Block Island School part of?
Block Island School is part of New Shoreham School District.
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