Needs Improvement
#287 of 302 schools in RI
James R. D. Oldham School
School · East Providence
60 Bart Drive, Riverside, RI 02915
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on RI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#287 of 302
In Riverside
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
East Providence
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James R. D. Oldham School
School in Riverside · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James R. D. Oldham School
James R. D. Oldham School is a public school in Riverside, RI, part of East Providence.
James R. D. Oldham School serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
James R. D. Oldham School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 302 schools in RI.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How James R. D. Oldham School Compares
See how James R. D. Oldham School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Bart Drive, Riverside, RI 02915
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James R. D. Oldham School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Barrington High School (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Barrington Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George R Martin (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Seekonk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Middle School Riverside | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Waddington School Riverside | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| RED BRICK NURSERY SCHOOL Barrington | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST LUKE'S SCHOOL Barrington | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Primrose Hill School Barrington | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BARRINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barrington | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY-BAY VIEW Riverside | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST ANDREWS SCHOOL Barrington | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Barrington Middle School Barrington | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Kent Heights School East Providence | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Barrington High School Barrington | 2.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Silver Spring School East Providence | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| George R Martin Seekonk | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| GORDON SCHOOL East Providence | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Edward Martin Middle East Providence | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Hampden Meadows School Barrington | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| East Providence High East Providence | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Wyman School Warwick | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,558
Median Home Value
$317,600
Median Rent
$1,482/mo
Population
16,848
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James R. D. Oldham School
What grades does James R. D. Oldham School serve?
James R. D. Oldham School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend James R. D. Oldham School?
James R. D. Oldham School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James R. D. Oldham School?
The student-teacher ratio at James R. D. Oldham School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James R. D. Oldham School rank in RI?
James R. D. Oldham School ranks #287 of 302 schools in RI.
What is James R. D. Oldham School's MySchoolScout rating?
James R. D. Oldham School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is James R. D. Oldham School a charter school?
No, James R. D. Oldham School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James R. D. Oldham School a Title I school?
No, James R. D. Oldham School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James R. D. Oldham School?
34.9% of students at James R. D. Oldham 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 270-2321
Resources & Links
District
East Providence- District Enrollment
- 5,314
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,540
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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