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#54 of 302 schools in RI

Top 18% in state

Colt Andrews School

Elementary School · Bristol Warren

570-574 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#54 of 302

In Bristol

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Bristol Warren

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Colt Andrews School

7.8/10

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

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8.3/10

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8.3/10

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About Colt Andrews School

Colt Andrews School is a public elementary school in Bristol, RI, part of Bristol Warren. Colt Andrews School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Colt Andrews School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Colt Andrews School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,115
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Colt Andrews School — Students at Colt Andrews School score 52% 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

41.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (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
77%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Colt Andrews School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
83th percentile in RI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Location

570-574 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colt Andrews School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nayatt School (rated 8.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Guiteras School (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fort Barton School (rated 8.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Tiverton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Guiteras School Bristol 0.4 mi 8.3
Mt. Hope High School Bristol 1.2 mi 8.3
Rockwell School Bristol 1.9 mi 8.0
Hugh Cole School Warren 3.8 mi 5.4
Kickemuit Middle School Warren 4.1 mi 6.3
Howard Hathaway School Portsmouth 4.1 mi 7.4
Nayatt School Barrington 4.3 mi 8.9
Portsmouth High School Portsmouth 4.3 mi 9.4
PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL Portsmouth 4.9 mi 8.2
ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Portsmouth 5.0 mi 7.4
Highlander Secondary Charter S Warren 5.1 mi 5.9
Fort Barton School Tiverton 4.7 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI CENTRE OF BARRINGTON Barrington 5.7 mi
Hampden Meadows School Barrington 5.8 mi 7.4
Sowams Elementary School Barrington 6.0 mi 7.7
Barrington High School Barrington 5.7 mi 9.6
Joseph G Luther Swansea 5.6 mi 4.4
Melville School Portsmouth 6.2 mi 7.6
Pocasset School Tiverton 4.7 mi 6.2
Gardner Swansea 5.3 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,005

Median Home Value

$447,500

Median Rent

$1,352/mo

Population

22,317

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

43.6

Similar Schools

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B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland, RI 7.7
Scott School Warwick, RI 7.7
Sowams Elementary School Barrington, RI 7.7
Matunuck School Wakefield, RI 7.9
Ashton School Cumberland, RI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colt Andrews School

What grades does Colt Andrews School serve?

Colt Andrews School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Colt Andrews School?

Colt Andrews School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Colt Andrews School?

The student-teacher ratio at Colt Andrews School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colt Andrews School rank in RI?

Colt Andrews School ranks #54 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Colt Andrews School's MySchoolScout rating?

Colt Andrews School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Colt Andrews School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colt Andrews School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Colt Andrews School a charter school?

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

Is Colt Andrews School a Title I school?

No, Colt Andrews School is not currently a Title I school.

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

41.7% of students at Colt Andrews 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
89 Very Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

Bristol Warren
District Enrollment
2,794
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,115
District Rank
#4 of 6

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