Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garvin Memorial ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garvin Memorial's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garvin Memorial ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garvin Memorial is 0.40, 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
#81 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
2%
9%
White
76%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garvin Memorial's ranking?
Garvin Memorial is ranked #81 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Garvin Memorial?
387 students attend Garvin Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Garvin Memorial students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garvin Memorial?
Garvin Memorial has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garvin Memorial offer ?
Garvin Memorial offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Garvin Memorial part of?
Garvin Memorial is part of Cumberland School District.
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