Serving 287 students in grades 3-5, James H. Eldredge School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 25% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James H. Eldredge 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
James H. Eldredge School's student population of 287 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James H. Eldredge School ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James H. Eldredge School is 0.42, 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
#16 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
75%
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
5%
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 James H. Eldredge School's ranking?
James H. Eldredge School is ranked #16 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend James H. Eldredge School?
287 students attend James H. Eldredge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of James H. Eldredge School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James H. Eldredge School?
James H. Eldredge School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does James H. Eldredge School offer ?
James H. Eldredge School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is James H. Eldredge School part of?
James H. Eldredge School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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