Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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 452 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 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 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
73%
51%
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%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 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?
452 students attend Peace Dale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Peace Dale School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peace Dale School?
Peace Dale School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peace Dale School offer ?
Peace Dale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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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