Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George J. Peters School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George J. Peters School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George J. Peters School's student population of 260 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
George J. Peters School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George J. Peters School is 0.69, which is more 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
#196 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
4%
9%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 J. Peters School's ranking?
George J. Peters School is ranked #196 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are George J. Peters School often compared to?
George J. Peters Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladstone Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend George J. Peters School?
260 students attend George J. Peters School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George J. Peters School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George J. Peters School?
George J. Peters School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does George J. Peters School offer ?
George J. Peters School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George J. Peters School part of?
George J. Peters School is part of Cranston School District.
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