Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Nayatt School ranks in the top 1% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nayatt School's attendance zone covers the entire Barrington, RI school district, encompassing approximately 8.6 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nayatt School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nayatt School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
'Aim High, Act Bold.'
School Rankings
Nayatt School ranks within the top 1% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nayatt School is 0.42, 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
#1 out of 287 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)8.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2006–2025. 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 Nayatt School's ranking?
Nayatt School is ranked #1 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Nayatt School often compared to?
Nayatt Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Primrose Hill School, Sowams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Nayatt School?
356 students attend Nayatt School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Nayatt School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nayatt School?
Nayatt School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nayatt School offer ?
Nayatt School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nayatt School part of?
Nayatt School is part of Barrington School District.
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