Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood School serves the west part of Warwick, RI, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenwood School's student population of 255 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
HAPPY SUMMER GREENWOOD FAMILIES!
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood School is 0.53, 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
#117 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Greenwood School's ranking?
Greenwood School is ranked #117 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Greenwood School often compared to?
Greenwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill School, Sherman School, Warwick Neck School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Greenwood School?
255 students attend Greenwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Greenwood School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood School?
Greenwood School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood School offer ?
Greenwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood School part of?
Greenwood School is part of Warwick School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school amazing teachers comfortable environment, friendly and accepting neighborhood, and overall better student behavior and attitude compared to other local elementary schools.
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