Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elizabeth Baldwin 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 13% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Baldwin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Elizabeth Baldwin School's student population of 357 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth Baldwin 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 Elizabeth Baldwin School is 0.68, which is more 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
#221 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
44%
9%
White
12%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Baldwin School's ranking?
Elizabeth Baldwin School is ranked #221 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Baldwin School?
357 students attend Elizabeth Baldwin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Elizabeth Baldwin School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Baldwin School?
Elizabeth Baldwin School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Baldwin School offer ?
Elizabeth Baldwin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elizabeth Baldwin School part of?
Elizabeth Baldwin School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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