Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Howard Hathaway School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 17% 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-4
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard Hathaway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Howard Hathaway School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard Hathaway 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 Howard Hathaway School is 0.30, 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
#40 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Hathaway School's ranking?
Howard Hathaway School is ranked #40 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Howard Hathaway School often compared to?
Howard Hathaway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Howard Hathaway School?
422 students attend Howard Hathaway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Howard Hathaway School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard Hathaway School?
Howard Hathaway School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Howard Hathaway School offer ?
Howard Hathaway School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Howard Hathaway School part of?
Howard Hathaway School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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