Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raymond Laperche School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Laperche School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Raymond Laperche School's student population of 335 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Raymond Laperche School ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymond Laperche School is 0.27, 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
#9 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
51%
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
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Laperche School's ranking?
Raymond Laperche School is ranked #9 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Raymond Laperche School often compared to?
Raymond Laperche Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old County Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Raymond Laperche School?
335 students attend Raymond Laperche School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Raymond Laperche School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raymond Laperche School?
Raymond Laperche School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymond Laperche School offer ?
Raymond Laperche School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond Laperche School part of?
Raymond Laperche School is part of Smithfield School District.
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