Excellent

#5 of 302 schools in RI

Top 1% in state

South Kingstown High

High School · South Kingstown

215 Columbia Street, Wakefield, RI 02879

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

9.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

9.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#5 of 302

In Wakefield

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

South Kingstown

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About South Kingstown High

South Kingstown High is a public high school in Wakefield, RI, part of South Kingstown. South Kingstown High serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. South Kingstown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for South Kingstown High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about South Kingstown High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

South Kingstown High School (SKHS), originally known as Wakefield High School, is a public high school located in South Kingstown, Rhode Island 1 . The school serves approximately 931 students in grades 9–12 1 . Established in 1880, the institution has changed buildings three times throughout its history 1 . SKHS is ranked 6th in the state of Rhode Island 1 . The school reports an Advanced Placement (AP) participation rate of 54% 1 .

Sources (1)

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How it compares2.4 pts above RI schools

9.3

This school 9.3 · Excellent
RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at South Kingstown High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.7Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.51 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics9.7Excellent25%

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

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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+16.0 pts

Adjusted Percentile95th

College Readiness8.9Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation48.3%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1

Per-Pupil Spending$24,121

Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

South Kingstown High — Students at South Kingstown High score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

50%

ELA

81%

2010

Math

59%

ELA

86%

2011

Math

53%

ELA

88%

2012

Math

64%

ELA

89%

2013

Math

60%

ELA

88%

2014

Math

30%

ELA

39%

2015

Math

25%

ELA

33%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

53%

ELA

67%

2018

Math

63%

ELA

75%

2019

Math

63%

ELA

75%

2020*

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2021*

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2022

Math

52%

ELA

77%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How South Kingstown High Compares

See how South Kingstown High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.3/10

99th percentile in RI

Academic

9.7/10

Excellent

Growth

9.7/10

Excellent

Environment

8.7/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

13 boys' · 14 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

18%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

67 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

30.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

48.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics27sports offered

13 boys'·14 girls'·30 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

215 Columbia Street, Wakefield, RI 02879

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Kingstown High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Kingstown Sr. High (rated 9.0/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), with a comparable rating. Another option is Narragansett High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Narragansett), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Narragansett), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Peace Dale School Peace Dale	0.6 mi	452	6.4
Broad Rock Middle School Wakefield	0.9 mi	546	7.1
MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield	0.9 mi	232	4.1
BRADLEY SCHOOL-SOUTH Wakefield	1.2 mi	44	6.7
Narragansett Elementary Narragansett	1.3 mi	342	8.7
Narragansett High School Narragansett	1.7 mi	427	8.8
Narragansett Pier School Narragansett	1.8 mi	288	7.3
MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL Narragansett	2.9 mi	70	7.4
The Compass School Kingston	3.5 mi	216	5.5
Kingston Hill Academy Saunderstown	3.7 mi	260	8.6
West Kingston School West Kingston	3.6 mi	326	4.7
QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett	4.1 mi	63	5.8
Matunuck School Wakefield	5.0 mi	255	7.9
SOUTH COUNTY MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Kingstown	6.8 mi	42	6.0
Hamilton School North Kingstown	7.5 mi	454	8.8
North Kingstown Sr. High North Kingstown	7.9 mi	1,294	9.0
Wickford Middle School North Kingstown	8.6 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	10.2 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 South Kingstown High

What grades does South Kingstown High serve?

South Kingstown High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend South Kingstown High?

South Kingstown High has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Kingstown High?

The student-teacher ratio at South Kingstown High is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Kingstown High rank in RI?

South Kingstown High ranks #5 of 302 schools in RI.

What is South Kingstown High's MySchoolScout rating?

South Kingstown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 South Kingstown High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Kingstown High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South Kingstown High a charter school?

No, South Kingstown High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South Kingstown High a Title I school?

No, South Kingstown High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Kingstown High?

17.6% of students at South Kingstown High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.