Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, W. R. Dutemple School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W. R. Dutemple School serves the eastern part of Cranston, RI, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residences located within half a mile of the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
W. R. Dutemple School's student population of 254 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
W. R. Dutemple School 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 W. R. Dutemple School is 0.67, which is more 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
#190 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
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 ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)24%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 W. R. Dutemple School's ranking?
W. R. Dutemple School is ranked #190 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?
15-19% 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 W. R. Dutemple School?
254 students attend W. R. Dutemple School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of W. R. Dutemple School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W. R. Dutemple School?
W. R. Dutemple School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does W. R. Dutemple School offer ?
W. R. Dutemple School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W. R. Dutemple School part of?
W. R. Dutemple School is part of Cranston School District.
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