Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenwood School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood School is 0.50, 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
#141 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
69%
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
19%
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 Greenwood School's ranking?
Greenwood School is ranked #141 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Greenwood School often compared to?
Greenwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill School, Sherman School, Warwick Neck 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Greenwood School?
265 students attend Greenwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Greenwood School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood School?
Greenwood School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood School offer ?
Greenwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Greenwood School part of?
Greenwood School is part of Warwick School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2020
Great school amazing teachers comfortable environment, friendly and accepting neighborhood, and overall better student behavior and attitude compared to other local elementary schools.
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