Serving 205 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Matunuck School 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 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: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matunuck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Matunuck School's student population of 205 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matunuck School 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 Matunuck 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
#9 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
83%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matunuck School's ranking?
Matunuck School is ranked #9 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Matunuck School often compared to?
Matunuck Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peace Dale School, Wakefield School, West Kingston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Matunuck School?
205 students attend Matunuck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Matunuck School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matunuck School?
Matunuck School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matunuck School offer ?
Matunuck School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Matunuck School part of?
Matunuck School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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