Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pocasset School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocasset School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pocasset School's student population of 205 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pocasset School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocasset School is 0.31, 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
#83 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
83%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocasset School's ranking?
Pocasset School is ranked #83 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Pocasset School often compared to?
Pocasset Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ranger School, Fort Barton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Pocasset School?
205 students attend Pocasset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pocasset School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocasset School?
Pocasset School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocasset School offer ?
Pocasset School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Pocasset School part of?
Pocasset School is part of Tiverton School District.
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