Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Western Coventry School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Coventry School's student population of 313 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Western Coventry 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 Western Coventry School is 0.19, 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
#146 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Western Coventry School's ranking?
Western Coventry School is ranked #146 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Western Coventry School often compared to?
Western Coventry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Western Coventry School?
313 students attend Western Coventry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Western Coventry School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Western Coventry School?
Western Coventry School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Coventry School offer ?
Western Coventry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Coventry School part of?
Western Coventry School is part of Coventry School District.
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