Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 43% 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-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset covers approximately 10.1 square miles in the northeast part of North Kingstown, RI, with most families typically driving 5-10 minutes to reach the school and an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest point in the zone is about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset's student population of 212 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Inspiring Students to Reach Individual Excellence
School Rankings
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset is 0.62, 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
#173 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
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)33%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset's ranking?
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset is ranked #173 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset?
212 students attend Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset?
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset offer ?
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset part of?
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset is part of North Kingstown School District.
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