Serving 195 students in grades 5-8, Jamestown School-lawn ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jamestown School-lawn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jamestown School-lawn's student population of 195 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jamestown School-lawn ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown School-lawn is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
95%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown School-lawn's ranking?
Jamestown School-lawn is ranked #27 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Jamestown School-lawn often compared to?
Jamestown School-lawnis often viewed alongside schools like Frank E. Thompson Middle 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Jamestown School-lawn?
195 students attend Jamestown School-lawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jamestown School-lawn students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jamestown School-lawn?
Jamestown School-lawn has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jamestown School-lawn offer ?
Jamestown School-lawn offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jamestown School-lawn part of?
Jamestown School-lawn is part of Jamestown School District.
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