South Kingstown School District
School District · Wakefield, Rhode Island
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
How this district compares
Rhode Island rank
#11 of 38
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Rhode Island avg
Per-pupil spending
$24,121
+$3,444 vs Rhode Island median
District size
2,348 students
Typical than Rhode Island median
About South Kingstown
South Kingstown is a Wakefield, Rhode Island school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,348 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. The district invests $24,121 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.2/10, South Kingstown is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Matunuck School, which has a composite score of 9.6/10.
In standardized testing, South Kingstown students show an average math proficiency of 43.9% and ELA proficiency of 57.7%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Kingstown, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Kingstown with test data.
Schools in South Kingstown
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Rhode Island
- City
- Wakefield
- Total Enrollment
- 2,348
- Teachers (FTE)
- 202
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Kingstown?
South Kingstown has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Kingstown?
The average composite rating for South Kingstown is 7.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Kingstown?
South Kingstown spends $24,121 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Kingstown?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Kingstown is 11.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Kingstown?
Matunuck School is the highest-rated school in South Kingstown with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What are the test scores in South Kingstown?
Across schools in South Kingstown with test data, the average math proficiency is 43.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 57.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Kingstown compare to other districts in Rhode Island?
South Kingstown has an average school rating of 7.2/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Rhode Island by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 43.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 57.7%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in RI
Compare South Kingstown with neighboring districts in the state.
- Providence (39)
- Cranston (23)
- Warwick (19)
- Pawtucket (16)
- East Providence (12)
- Woonsocket (10)
- Cumberland (9)
- Chariho (8)
- Coventry (8)
- Johnston (8)
- North Kingstown (8)
- North Providence (8)
- Achievement First Rhode Island (7)
- Central Falls (7)
- Blackstone Valley Prep a Ri Mayoral Academy (6)
- Barrington (6)
- Bristol Warren (6)
- East Greenwich (6)
- Lincoln (6)
- West Warwick (6)
- Westerly (6)
- Burrillville (5)
- Exeter-west Greenwich (5)
- Middletown (5)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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