Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Forest Avenue 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 42% 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-3
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Avenue School's student population of 281 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Avenue School is 0.62, 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
#130 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
7%
9%
White
58%
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
27%
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 Forest Avenue School's ranking?
Forest Avenue School is ranked #130 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Forest Avenue School often compared to?
Forest Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aquidneck School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Forest Avenue School?
281 students attend Forest Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Forest Avenue School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Avenue School?
Forest Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forest Avenue School offer ?
Forest Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Forest Avenue School part of?
Forest Avenue School is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Avenue School located?
Forest Avenue 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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