Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Smithfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Smithfield Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 24.7 square miles in North Smithfield, RI. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Smithfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Smithfield Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERYONE is Welcome, EVERYONE BELONGS!
School Rankings
North Smithfield Elementary 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 Smithfield Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#51 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 North Smithfield Elementary School's ranking?
North Smithfield Elementary School is ranked #51 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend North Smithfield Elementary School?
583 students attend North Smithfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Smithfield Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Smithfield Elementary School?
North Smithfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Smithfield Elementary School offer ?
North Smithfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Smithfield Elementary School part of?
North Smithfield Elementary School is part of North Smithfield School District.
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