Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Peace Dale School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), 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: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peace Dale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Peace Dale School's student population of 354 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peace Dale School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peace Dale School is 0.40, 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
#94 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
77%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Peace Dale School's ranking?
Peace Dale School is ranked #94 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Peace Dale School often compared to?
Peace Dale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakefield School, West Kingston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Peace Dale School?
354 students attend Peace Dale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Peace Dale School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peace Dale School?
Peace Dale School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peace Dale School offer ?
Peace Dale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Peace Dale School part of?
Peace Dale School is part of South Kingstown School District.
In what neighborhood is Peace Dale School located?
Peace Dale School is located in the Peace Dale neighborhood of Wakefield, RI.
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