West Glocester Elementary School

111 Reynolds Road/rte 94
Chepachet, RI 02814
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Glocester Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 20% in RI
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Glocester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:

School Overview

West Glocester Elementary School's student population of 235 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a unified, high performing, student-centered educational system that encourages lifelong learning within a culture of achievement.

School Rankings

West Glocester Elementary 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 West Glocester Elementary School is 0.20, 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.
This School
State Level (RI)
#33 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
60-64%
29%
50-54%
33%
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
89%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Glocester Elementary School's ranking?
West Glocester Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 West Glocester Elementary School?
235 students attend West Glocester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Glocester Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Glocester Elementary School?
West Glocester Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Glocester Elementary School offer ?
West Glocester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Glocester Elementary School part of?
West Glocester Elementary School is part of Glocester School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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