Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Compass School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Compass 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
The Compass School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
'Empowering students to become thoughtful, compassionate leaders of tomorrow.'
School Rankings
The Compass School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Compass School is 0.27, 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
#53 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-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 The Compass School's ranking?
The Compass School is ranked #53 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are The Compass School often compared to?
The Compass Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingston Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 The Compass School?
217 students attend The Compass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of The Compass School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Compass School?
The Compass School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Compass School offer ?
The Compass School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Compass School part of?
The Compass School is part of The Compass School District.
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