Serving 263 students in grades 3-5, George Hanaford School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Hanaford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Hanaford School's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Hanaford School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Hanaford School is 0.33, 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
#46 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
81%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Hanaford School's ranking?
George Hanaford School is ranked #46 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend George Hanaford School?
263 students attend George Hanaford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of George Hanaford School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Hanaford School?
George Hanaford School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Hanaford School offer ?
George Hanaford School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is George Hanaford School part of?
George Hanaford School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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