Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-4, State Street School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: State Street School serves the west part of Westerly, RI, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
State Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
State Street School's student population of 212 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
State Street School does “Whatever It Takes” to ensure a rigorous, supportive environment that develops assertive learners who persevere with integrity and contribute to their community.
School Rankings
State Street School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of State Street School is 0.39, 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
#59 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
50-54%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)22.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Safe Honest Assertive Responsible Kind
School Mascot
Shark
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is State Street School's ranking?
State Street School is ranked #59 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are State Street School often compared to?
State Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunn's Corners School, Springbrook Elementary 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend State Street School?
212 students attend State Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of State Street School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of State Street School?
State Street School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does State Street School offer ?
State Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is State Street School part of?
State Street School is part of Westerly School District.
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