Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Kingston School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Kingston School's student population of 326 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
West Kingston School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Kingston School is 0.35, 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
#132 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
80%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 West Kingston School's ranking?
West Kingston School is ranked #132 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are West Kingston School often compared to?
West Kingston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peace Dale School, Kingston Hill Academy, Matunuck School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend West Kingston School?
326 students attend West Kingston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Kingston School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Kingston School?
West Kingston School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Kingston School offer ?
West Kingston School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Kingston School part of?
West Kingston School is part of South Kingstown School District.
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