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Blackrock School

Elementary School · Coventry

12 LaCasa Drive, Coventry, RI 02816

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#182 of 302

In Coventry

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Coventry

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Blackrock School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Coventry · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blackrock School

Blackrock School is a public elementary school in Coventry, RI, part of Coventry. Blackrock School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackrock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Blackrock School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,133
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Blackrock School — Students at Blackrock School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.4% (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
74%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Blackrock School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
40th percentile in RI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

12 LaCasa Drive, Coventry, RI 02816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blackrock School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby West Warwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scott School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Oak School (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coventry, see our Coventry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov Coventry 1.2 mi 5.3
Hope School Hope 1.7 mi 5.7
John F. Horgan School West Warwick 1.8 mi 3.4
John F. Deering Middle West Warwick 1.8 mi 3.6
West Warwick High School West Warwick 1.9 mi 6.6
Maisie E. Quinn School West Warwick 2.2 mi 4.5
Tiogue School Coventry 2.5 mi 5.8
FATHER JOHN V. DOYLE SCHOOL Coventry 2.4 mi 5.8
Hopkins Hill School Coventry 2.8 mi 6.6
Wakefield Hills El. School West Warwick 2.5 mi 4.2
Coventry High School Coventry 2.8 mi 7.3
Greenbush Elementary School West Warwick 3.2 mi 2.9
PATHWAYS STRATEGIC TEACHING CENTER Coventry 3.7 mi 7.3
Washington Oak School Coventry 2.9 mi 7.5
Hope Highlands Middle School Cranston 3.6 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick 3.2 mi 5.1
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND West Warwick 3.2 mi 8.2
Scott School Warwick 3.3 mi 7.7
Toll Gate High School Warwick 3.5 mi 6.4
Winman Middle School Warwick 3.5 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,941

Median Home Value

$317,400

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

33,246

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

44

Similar Schools

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Edgewood Highland Cranston, RI 5.7
Tiogue School Coventry, RI 5.8
Cedar Hill School Warwick, RI 5.6
Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket, RI 5.5
Ella Risk School Central Falls, RI 5.9
Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown, RI 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blackrock School

What grades does Blackrock School serve?

Blackrock School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Blackrock School?

Blackrock School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackrock School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blackrock School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blackrock School rank in RI?

Blackrock School ranks #182 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Blackrock School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blackrock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Blackrock School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackrock School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blackrock School a charter school?

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

Is Blackrock School a Title I school?

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

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

42.9% of students at Blackrock 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Coventry
District Enrollment
4,133
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,133
District Rank
#5 of 7

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