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#134 of 302 schools in RI

Top 44% in state

Peace Dale School

Elementary School · South Kingstown

109 Kersey Road, Peace Dale, RI 02879

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#134 of 302

In district

#4 of 5

South Kingstown

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Peace Dale School

Peace Dale School is a public elementary school in Peace Dale, RI, part of South Kingstown. Peace Dale School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peace Dale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Peace Dale School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
District avg 6.3
RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.8Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.9Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-2.9 pts

Adjusted Percentile55th

Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$24,121

Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Peace Dale School — Students at Peace Dale School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 71.0% (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

82%

ELA

83%

2010

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

82%

2013

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

77%

ELA

82%

2015

Math

77%

ELA

77%

2016

Math

67%

ELA

72%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

62%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2022

Math

37%

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: 4.8/10.

How Peace Dale School Compares

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

Overall Score

6.4/10

56th percentile in RI

Academic

6.9/10

Average

Growth

4.8/10

Below Average

Environment

9.5/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

27%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

35 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

14.6%

Location

109 Kersey Road, Peace Dale, RI 02879

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peace Dale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown School-Melrose (rated 9.6/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton School (rated 8.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Narragansett Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Narragansett), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peace Dale, see our Peace Dale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
South Kingstown High Wakefield	0.6 mi	735	9.3
Broad Rock Middle School Wakefield	0.9 mi	546	7.1
MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield	1.4 mi	232	4.1
BRADLEY SCHOOL-SOUTH Wakefield	1.4 mi	44	6.7
Narragansett Elementary Narragansett	1.9 mi	342	8.7
Narragansett High School Narragansett	2.3 mi	427	8.8
Narragansett Pier School Narragansett	2.4 mi	288	7.3
The Compass School Kingston	2.9 mi	216	5.5
Kingston Hill Academy Saunderstown	3.1 mi	260	8.6
West Kingston School West Kingston	3.1 mi	326	4.7
MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL Narragansett	3.5 mi	70	7.4
QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett	4.0 mi	63	5.8
Matunuck School Wakefield	5.3 mi	255	7.9
SOUTH COUNTY MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Kingstown	6.3 mi	42	6.0
Hamilton School North Kingstown	7.2 mi	454	8.8
North Kingstown Sr. High North Kingstown	7.5 mi	1,294	9.0
Wickford Middle School North Kingstown	8.1 mi	359	8.7
Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown	7.0 mi	208	9.6
Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown	7.0 mi	195	8.2
Stony Lane El. School North Kingstown	9.7 mi	360	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,848

Median Home Value

$515,800

Median Rent

$1,281/mo

Population

22,628

College Educated

59.1%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

47.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peace Dale School

What grades does Peace Dale School serve?

Peace Dale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Peace Dale School?

Peace Dale School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peace Dale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peace Dale 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 Peace Dale School rank in RI?

Peace Dale School ranks #134 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Peace Dale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peace Dale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Peace Dale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peace Dale School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peace Dale School a charter school?

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

Is Peace Dale School a Title I school?

No, Peace Dale School is not currently a Title I school.

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

27.4% of students at Peace Dale 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.