Serving 307 students in grades 3-5, James H. Eldredge School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: James H. Eldredge School is centrally located in East Greenwich, RI, serving an attendance zone of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James H. Eldredge 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
James H. Eldredge School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James H. Eldredge School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James H. Eldredge School is 0.37, 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
#9 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James H. Eldredge School's ranking?
James H. Eldredge School is ranked #9 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend James H. Eldredge School?
307 students attend James H. Eldredge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of James H. Eldredge School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James H. Eldredge School?
James H. Eldredge School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does James H. Eldredge School offer ?
James H. Eldredge School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James H. Eldredge School part of?
James H. Eldredge School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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