Serving 193 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jamestown School-lawn's student population of 193 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jamestown School-lawn ranks within the top 10% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jamestown School-lawn is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 288 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
93%
53%
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
6%
37%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jamestown School-lawn's ranking?
Jamestown School-lawn is ranked #27 out of 288 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Jamestown School-lawn?
193 students attend Jamestown School-lawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jamestown School-lawn students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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
What school district is Jamestown School-lawn part of?
Jamestown School-lawn is part of Jamestown School District.
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