Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Primrose Hill School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Primrose Hill School serves the west part of Barrington, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Primrose Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Primrose Hill School's student population of 329 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Primrose Hill 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 Primrose Hill School is 0.46, 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
#38 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)10.9%
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 2012–2025. Full 26-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 Primrose Hill School's ranking?
Primrose Hill School is ranked #38 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Primrose Hill School often compared to?
Primrose Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nayatt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Primrose Hill School?
329 students attend Primrose Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Primrose Hill School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Primrose Hill School?
Primrose Hill School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Primrose Hill School offer ?
Primrose Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Primrose Hill School part of?
Primrose Hill School is part of Barrington School District.
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