Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Springbrook Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springbrook Elementary School serves the northwest part of Westerly, RI, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springbrook Elementary School's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Motto
We will R.I.S.E. above by showing respect and integrity and by being safe and engaged.
School Rankings
Springbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springbrook Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#131 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Springbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Springbrook Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Springbrook Elementary School often compared to?
Springbrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like State Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Springbrook Elementary School?
243 students attend Springbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Springbrook Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springbrook Elementary School?
Springbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springbrook Elementary School offer ?
Springbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Springbrook Elementary School part of?
Springbrook Elementary School is part of Westerly School District.
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