Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raymond Laperche School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond Laperche School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Raymond Laperche School's student population of 337 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Rankings
Raymond Laperche 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 Raymond Laperche School is 0.29, 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
#24 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
84%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Laperche School's ranking?
Raymond Laperche School is ranked #24 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Raymond Laperche School often compared to?
Raymond Laperche Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old County Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Raymond Laperche School?
337 students attend Raymond Laperche School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Raymond Laperche School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond Laperche School?
Raymond Laperche School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raymond Laperche School offer ?
Raymond Laperche School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond Laperche School part of?
Raymond Laperche School is part of Smithfield School District.
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