Serving 276 students in grades 3-5, George Hanaford School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
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 Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Hanaford 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
George Hanaford School's student population of 276 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
George Hanaford School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Hanaford School is 0.41, 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
#46 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)61%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 George Hanaford School's ranking?
George Hanaford School is ranked #46 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend George Hanaford School?
276 students attend George Hanaford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of George Hanaford School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Hanaford School?
George Hanaford School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Hanaford School offer ?
George Hanaford School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Hanaford School part of?
George Hanaford School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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