Robertson School serves 198 students in grades 5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was lower than the Rhode Island state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was lower than the Rhode Island state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)50-54%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
11%
9%
White
14%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% RI state average).
How many students attend Robertson School?
198 students attend Robertson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Robertson School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robertson School?
Robertson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robertson School offer ?
Robertson School offers enrollment in grades 5
What school district is Robertson School part of?
Robertson School is part of Central Falls School District.
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