Serving 247 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 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Lawn School serves the southwest part of Cranston, RI, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles and the furthest edge located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Lawn School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Lawn School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Lawn School is 0.43, 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
#141 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Oak Lawn School's ranking?
Oak Lawn School is ranked #141 out of 287 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, Orchard Farms El. 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Oak Lawn School?
247 students attend Oak Lawn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Oak Lawn School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Lawn School?
Oak Lawn School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Lawn School part of?
Oak Lawn School is part of Cranston School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The principal and the teachers could care less about the children's education or personal growth.
5 10/10/2025
Great school.
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