Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockwell School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwell 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
Rockwell School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Rockwell School ranks within the top 10% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwell School is 0.19, 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
#16 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rockwell School's ranking?
Rockwell School is ranked #16 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Rockwell School often compared to?
Rockwell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colt Andrews School, Guiteras School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Rockwell School?
260 students attend Rockwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rockwell School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwell School?
Rockwell School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockwell School offer ?
Rockwell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockwell School part of?
Rockwell School is part of Bristol Warren School District.
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