Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ashaway Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashaway Elementary 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
Ashaway Elementary School's student population of 212 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Roaring with Pride - Ready to Learn
School Rankings
Ashaway Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashaway Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#15 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
n/a
9%
White
91%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashaway Elementary School's ranking?
Ashaway Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Ashaway Elementary School often compared to?
Ashaway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlestown Elementary School, Hope Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Ashaway Elementary School?
212 students attend Ashaway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ashaway Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashaway Elementary School?
Ashaway Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashaway Elementary School offer ?
Ashaway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashaway Elementary School part of?
Ashaway Elementary School is part of Chariho School District.
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