Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Forest Avenue 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 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 35-39% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Avenue School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Forest Avenue 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 Forest Avenue School is 0.63, 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
#138 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
8%
9%
White
55%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Avenue School's ranking?
Forest Avenue School is ranked #138 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Forest Avenue School often compared to?
Forest Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aquidneck 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Forest Avenue School?
304 students attend Forest Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Forest Avenue School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Avenue School?
Forest Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Avenue School offer ?
Forest Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Avenue School part of?
Forest Avenue School is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Avenue School located?
Forest Avenue School is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Newport East.
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