Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waddington 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 34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waddington School's student population of 554 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waddington 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 Waddington School is 0.49, 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
#129 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
6%
9%
White
70%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waddington School's ranking?
Waddington School is ranked #129 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Waddington School?
554 students attend Waddington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Waddington School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waddington School?
Waddington School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waddington School offer ?
Waddington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waddington School part of?
Waddington School is part of East Providence School District.
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