Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jamestown School-melrose ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown School-melrose ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jamestown School-melrose's student population of 224 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamestown School-melrose ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown School-melrose is 0.13, 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
#4 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
93%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown School-melrose's ranking?
Jamestown School-melrose is ranked #4 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Jamestown School-melrose often compared to?
Jamestown School-melroseis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Jamestown School-melrose?
224 students attend Jamestown School-melrose.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jamestown School-melrose students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown School-melrose?
Jamestown School-melrose has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jamestown School-melrose offer ?
Jamestown School-melrose offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Jamestown School-melrose part of?
Jamestown School-melrose is part of Jamestown School District.
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