Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Beach School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Beach School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland Beach School's student population of 327 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Beach School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Beach School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
4%
9%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Beach School's ranking?
Oakland Beach School is ranked #246 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Oakland Beach School?
327 students attend Oakland Beach School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Oakland Beach School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Beach School?
Oakland Beach School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakland Beach School offer ?
Oakland Beach School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakland Beach School part of?
Oakland Beach School is part of Warwick School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Beach School located?
Oakland Beach School is located in the Oakland Beach neighborhood of Warwick, RI.
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