Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Wilbur and McMahon Schools encompasses the entire school district of Little Compton, RI, covering approximately 28.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools 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 Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools 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
#37 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
9%
White
90%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools's ranking?
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools is ranked #37 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools often compared to?
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Pocasset School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools?
216 students attend Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools?
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools offer ?
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools part of?
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools is part of Little Compton School District.
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