Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Aquidneck School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aquidneck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Aquidneck School's student population of 318 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aquidneck School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aquidneck School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
4%
9%
White
69%
52%
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
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aquidneck School's ranking?
Aquidneck School is ranked #78 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Aquidneck School often compared to?
Aquidneck Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Avenue School 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 27% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Aquidneck School?
318 students attend Aquidneck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Aquidneck School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Aquidneck School?
Aquidneck School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aquidneck School offer ?
Aquidneck School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Aquidneck School part of?
Aquidneck School is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Aquidneck School located?
Aquidneck School is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Newport East.
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