Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Beach School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Beach School serves the eastern part of Warwick, RI, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Beach School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oakland Beach School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Beach School is 0.62, 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
#239 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
55%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Beach School's ranking?
Oakland Beach School is ranked #239 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Oakland Beach School often compared to?
Oakland Beach Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lippitt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Oakland Beach School?
326 students attend Oakland Beach School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Oakland Beach School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Beach School?
Oakland Beach School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakland Beach School offer ?
Oakland Beach School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Beach School part of?
Oakland Beach School is part of Warwick School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Beach School located?
Oakland Beach School is located in the Oakland Beach neighborhood of Warwick, RI.
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