Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Sowams Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sowams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sowams Elementary School's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sowams Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sowams Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#6 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
78%
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
4%
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 Sowams Elementary School's ranking?
Sowams Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Sowams Elementary School often compared to?
Sowams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nayatt School, Primrose Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Sowams Elementary School?
257 students attend Sowams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sowams Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sowams Elementary School?
Sowams Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sowams Elementary School offer ?
Sowams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Sowams Elementary School part of?
Sowams Elementary School is part of Barrington School District.
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