Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Lawn School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Lawn School's student population of 248 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Lawn School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Lawn School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
3%
9%
White
76%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Lawn School's ranking?
Oak Lawn School is ranked #109 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Oak Lawn School often compared to?
Oak Lawn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Hills 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 23% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Oak Lawn School?
248 students attend Oak Lawn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Oak Lawn School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Lawn School?
Oak Lawn School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Lawn School offer ?
Oak Lawn School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Lawn School part of?
Oak Lawn School is part of Cranston School District.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2022
Great school.
2 6/23/2009
The principal and the teachers could care less about the children's education or personal growth.
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