Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenwood School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenwood School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood School is 0.51, 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
#122 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
2%
9%
White
68%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood School's ranking?
Greenwood School is ranked #122 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Greenwood School often compared to?
Greenwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill School, Sherman School, Warwick Neck School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Greenwood School?
279 students attend Greenwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Greenwood School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood School?
Greenwood School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood School offer ?
Greenwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Greenwood School part of?
Greenwood School is part of Warwick School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2020
Great school amazing teachers comfortable environment, friendly and accepting neighborhood, and overall better student behavior and attitude compared to other local elementary schools.
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