Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dunn's Corners School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunn's Corners School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dunn's Corners School's student population of 271 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunn's Corners 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 Dunn's Corners School is 0.30, 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
#65 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
52%
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
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunn's Corners School's ranking?
Dunn's Corners School is ranked #65 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Dunn's Corners School often compared to?
Dunn's Corners Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerly High School, State Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Dunn's Corners School?
271 students attend Dunn's Corners School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dunn's Corners School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunn's Corners School?
Dunn's Corners School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunn's Corners School offer ?
Dunn's Corners School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Dunn's Corners School part of?
Dunn's Corners School is part of Westerly School District.
In what neighborhood is Dunn's Corners School located?
Dunn's Corners School is located in the Misquamicut neighborhood of Westerly, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Misquamicut.
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