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Very Good

#91 of 302 schools in RI

Top 30% in state

Aquidneck School

Elementary School · Middletown

70 Reservoir Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#91 of 302

In Middletown

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Middletown

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Aquidneck School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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6.0/10

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About Aquidneck School

Aquidneck School is a public elementary school in Middletown, RI, part of Middletown. Aquidneck School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Aquidneck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Aquidneck School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.8
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,939
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Aquidneck School — Students at Aquidneck School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Aquidneck School Compares

See how Aquidneck School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
70th percentile in RI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

70 Reservoir Avenue, Middletown, RI 02842

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aquidneck School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown School-Melrose (rated 9.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melville School (rated 7.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wilbur and McMahon Schools (rated 7.5/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Little Compton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Middletown High School Middletown 1.5 mi 8.1
Gaudet Middle School Middletown 1.6 mi 6.0
Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown 1.6 mi 5.5
ST MICHAELS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newport 1.3 mi 6.9
Claiborne Pell Elementary Newport 1.5 mi 6.2
Forest Avenue School Middletown 2.0 mi 4.8
Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport 1.6 mi 4.9
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Middletown 2.1 mi 7.0
Rogers High School Newport 2.8 mi 6.5
SEA ROSE MONTESSORI CO-OP Portsmouth 3.6 mi
Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth 4.0 mi 7.0
THE PENNFIELD SCHOOL Portsmouth 4.2 mi 7.4
Melville School Portsmouth 6.0 mi 7.6
Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown 5.0 mi 8.2
Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown 5.1 mi 9.6
ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Portsmouth 7.1 mi 7.4
PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL Portsmouth 7.2 mi 8.2
Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton 5.6 mi 7.5
LITTLE PEEPS MONTESSORI NATURSKOLA Little Compton 5.7 mi
Portsmouth High School Portsmouth 8.2 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,650

Median Home Value

$536,600

Median Rent

$1,906/mo

Population

16,920

College Educated

48.6%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

44.2

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Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence, RI 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aquidneck School

What grades does Aquidneck School serve?

Aquidneck School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Aquidneck School?

Aquidneck School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aquidneck School?

The student-teacher ratio at Aquidneck School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aquidneck School rank in RI?

Aquidneck School ranks #91 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Aquidneck School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aquidneck School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Aquidneck School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aquidneck School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Aquidneck School a charter school?

No, Aquidneck School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aquidneck School a Title I school?

No, Aquidneck School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aquidneck School?

22.8% of students at Aquidneck School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Newport County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

Middletown
District Enrollment
1,961
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,939
District Rank
#2 of 5

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