Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Scituate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Scituate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
North Scituate School's student population of 230 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Scituate School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Scituate School is 0.02, 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
#46 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
99%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 North Scituate School's ranking?
North Scituate School is ranked #46 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend North Scituate School?
230 students attend North Scituate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of North Scituate School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Scituate School?
North Scituate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Scituate School offer ?
North Scituate School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Scituate School part of?
North Scituate School is part of Scituate School District.
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