Sheffield School serves 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 52% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
35%
9%
White
48%
51%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sheffield School?
155 students attend Sheffield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sheffield School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheffield School?
Sheffield School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sheffield School offer ?
Sheffield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sheffield School part of?
Sheffield School is part of Newport School District.
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