Mary V. Quirk School serves 144 students in grades 4-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
96%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mary V. Quirk School?
144 students attend Mary V. Quirk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mary V. Quirk School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary V. Quirk School?
Mary V. Quirk School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mary V. Quirk School offer ?
Mary V. Quirk School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Mary V. Quirk School part of?
Mary V. Quirk School is part of Bristol Warren School District.
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