Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nathanael Greene School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathanael Greene School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nathanael Greene School's student population of 382 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathanael Greene School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathanael Greene School is 0.70, which is more 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
#190 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
34%
9%
White
22%
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
47%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathanael Greene School's ranking?
Nathanael Greene School is ranked #190 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Nathanael Greene School often compared to?
Nathanael Greene Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallon Memorial School, Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Nathanael Greene School?
382 students attend Nathanael Greene School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nathanael Greene School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathanael Greene School?
Nathanael Greene School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathanael Greene School offer ?
Nathanael Greene School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nathanael Greene School part of?
Nathanael Greene School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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