Gaudet Learning Academy

1113 Aquidneck Ave.
Middletown, RI 02842
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 287 students in grades 4-5, Gaudet Learning Academy ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 35% 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: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50% in RI
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Gaudet Learning Academy's student population of 287 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
287 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Gaudet Learning Academy 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 Gaudet Learning Academy is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (RI)
#138 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
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26%
27%
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41%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Gaudet Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
5%
3%
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Hispanic
16%
30%
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Black
5%
9%
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White
65%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Rhode Island.
0.55
This chart displays the diversity score of Gaudet Learning Academy and the public school average diversity score of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Gaudet Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Gaudet Learning Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gaudet Learning Academy's ranking?
Gaudet Learning Academy is ranked #138 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Gaudet Learning Academy?
287 students attend Gaudet Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gaudet Learning Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaudet Learning Academy?
Gaudet Learning Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaudet Learning Academy offer ?
Gaudet Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Gaudet Learning Academy part of?
Gaudet Learning Academy is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaudet Learning Academy located?
Gaudet Learning Academy is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Newport East.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 287 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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