Serving 207 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scott School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scott School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Scott School's student population of 207 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scott School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott School is 0.55, 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
#55 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
64%
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
28%
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 Scott School's ranking?
Scott School is ranked #55 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Scott School often compared to?
Scott Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill School, Robertson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Scott School?
207 students attend Scott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Scott School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scott School?
Scott School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott School offer ?
Scott School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Scott School part of?
Scott School is part of Warwick School District.
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