Serving 259 students in grades 4-5, Gaudet Learning Academy 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 31% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph Gaudet Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Middletown, RI school district, covering approximately 14.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaudet Learning Academy's student population of 259 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gaudet Learning Academy 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 Gaudet Learning Academy is 0.59, 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
#128 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaudet Learning Academy's ranking?
Gaudet Learning Academy is ranked #128 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Gaudet Learning Academy often compared to?
Gaudet Learning Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gaudet Middle School, Claiborne Pell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Gaudet Learning Academy?
259 students attend Gaudet Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gaudet Learning Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaudet Learning Academy?
Gaudet Learning Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaudet Learning Academy offer ?
Gaudet Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaudet Learning Academy part of?
Gaudet Learning Academy is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaudet Learning Academy located?
Gaudet Learning Academy is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Newport East.
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