Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James L. Mcguire 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
James L. Mcguire School's student population of 384 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
James L. Mcguire School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James L. Mcguire School is 0.68, 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
#188 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
15%
9%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James L. Mcguire School's ranking?
James L. Mcguire School is ranked #188 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are James L. Mcguire School often compared to?
James L. Mcguire Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph A. Whelan School, Centredale 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend James L. Mcguire School?
384 students attend James L. Mcguire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of James L. Mcguire School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James L. Mcguire School?
James L. Mcguire School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does James L. Mcguire School offer ?
James L. Mcguire School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James L. Mcguire School part of?
James L. Mcguire School is part of North Providence School District.
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