Below Average
#249 of 302 schools in RI
Old County Road School
Elementary School · Smithfield
200 Old County Road, Smithfield, RI 02917
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#249 of 302
In Smithfield
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Smithfield
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Old County Road School
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About Old County Road School
Old County Road School is a public elementary school in Smithfield, RI, part of Smithfield. Old County Road School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Old County Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Old County Road School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- RI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Old County Road School — Students at Old County Road School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How Old County Road School Compares
See how Old County Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Old County Road, Smithfield, RI 02917
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old County Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond LaPerche School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early Childhood Center (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Johnston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greystone School (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby North Providence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Smithfield, see our Smithfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond LaPerche School Smithfield | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Graniteville School Johnston | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Pleasant View Elementary Schoo Smithfield | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Vincent J. Gallagher Middle Smithfield | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Smithfield High School Smithfield | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOLHOUSE Smithfield | 1.7 mi | — |
| Greystone School North Providence | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Centredale School North Providence | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Lincoln | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| OVERBROOK ACADEMY Greenville | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PHILIP SCHOOL Greenville | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Sarah Dyer Barnes School Johnston | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Johnston Senior High Johnston | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| James L. McGuire School North Providence | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Johnston | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Early Childhood Center Johnston | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence | 3.3 mi | — |
| North Providence High North Providence | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,772
Median Home Value
$416,100
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
15,068
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
37.7
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| George J. Peters School Cranston, RI | 4.6 |
| Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket, RI | 4.6 |
| Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset North Kingstown, RI | 4.5 |
| Hoxsie School Warwick, RI | 4.7 |
| Saylesville Elementary Lincoln, RI | 4.4 |
| Wyman School Warwick, RI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old County Road School
What grades does Old County Road School serve?
Old County Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Old County Road School?
Old County Road School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old County Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old County Road School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old County Road School rank in RI?
Old County Road School ranks #249 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Old County Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old County Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Old County Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old County Road School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Old County Road School a charter school?
No, Old County Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old County Road School a Title I school?
No, Old County Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old County Road School?
32.2% of students at Old County Road 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (401) 231-6613
Resources & Links
District
Smithfield- District Enrollment
- 2,402
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,187
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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