Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Kingston School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Kingston School serves the northern part of West Kingston, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 21.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Kingston School's student population of 313 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Kingston School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Kingston School is 0.31, 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
#77 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Kingston School's ranking?
West Kingston School is ranked #77 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are West Kingston School often compared to?
West Kingston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matunuck School, Peace Dale School, Kingston Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend West Kingston School?
313 students attend West Kingston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West Kingston School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Kingston School?
West Kingston School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Kingston School offer ?
West Kingston School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Kingston School part of?
West Kingston School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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