South Kingstown School District
School District · Wakefield, Rhode Island
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Evaluating South Kingstown?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Kingstown as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
South Kingstown High
Wakefield · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Matunuck School
Wakefield · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Broad Rock Middle School
Wakefield · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Rhode Island rank
#13 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
The short answer
South Kingstown ranks #13 of 38 Rhode Island districts by overall school rating. South Kingstown's schools with real test data average 7.1/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Kingstown High (9.3/10), Matunuck School (7.9/10), and Broad Rock Middle School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Kingstown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Kingstown High | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Matunuck School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Broad Rock Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Peace Dale School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | West Kingston School | 4.7 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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 7.1/10, South Kingstown is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Kingstown High, which has a composite score of 9.3/10.
In standardized testing, South Kingstown students show an average math proficiency of 59.4% and ELA proficiency of 67.8%.
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 7.1/10. 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?
South Kingstown High is the highest-rated school in South Kingstown with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What are the test scores in South Kingstown?
Across schools in South Kingstown with test data, the average math proficiency is 59.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 67.8%. 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 7.1/10 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 59.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 67.8%
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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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