Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten, Wakefield School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Wakefield School's student population of 61 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield 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
#40 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
8%
9%
White
72%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakefield School's ranking?
Wakefield School is ranked #40 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Wakefield School often compared to?
Wakefield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peace Dale School, West Kingston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Wakefield School?
61 students attend Wakefield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wakefield School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakefield School?
Wakefield School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wakefield School offer ?
Wakefield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Wakefield School part of?
Wakefield School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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