Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clayville School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayville School serves the west part of Clayville, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayville School's student population of 140 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Clayville School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayville School is 0.17, 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
#10 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayville School's ranking?
Clayville School is ranked #10 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Clayville School?
140 students attend Clayville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clayville School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayville School?
Clayville School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayville School offer ?
Clayville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayville School part of?
Clayville School is part of Scituate School District.
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