Serving 260 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Springbrook Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 28% 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-4
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Springbrook Elementary School's student population of 260 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springbrook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springbrook Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#145 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
72%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Springbrook Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Springbrook Elementary School?
260 students attend Springbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Springbrook Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springbrook Elementary School?
Springbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Springbrook Elementary School offer ?
Springbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Springbrook Elementary School part of?
Springbrook Elementary School is part of Westerly School District.
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