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#40 of 302 schools in RI

Top 13% in state

State Street School

Elementary School · Westerly

35 State Street, Westerly, RI 02891

Enrollment

232

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#40 of 302

In Westerly

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Westerly

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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State Street School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Westerly · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Westerly High School

8.9/10

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5.8/10

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About State Street School

State Street School is a public elementary school in Westerly, RI, part of Westerly. State Street School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. State Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for State Street School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,503
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

State Street School — Students at State Street School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How State Street School Compares

See how State Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
87th percentile in RI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Location

35 State Street, Westerly, RI 02891

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering State Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deans Mill School (rated 9.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Stonington), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Vine Street School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pawcatuck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ashaway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Ashaway), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westerly, see our Westerly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Westerly High School Westerly 0.8 mi 8.9
Westerly Inclusion Preschool P Westerly 0.8 mi 5.8
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Pawcatuck 1.0 mi 4.2
West Vine Street School Pawcatuck 1.7 mi 9.4
Stonington High School Pawcatuck 1.9 mi 7.3
Springbrook Elementary School Westerly 2.5 mi 5.2
Westerly Middle School Westerly 2.2 mi 6.3
Dunn's Corners School Westerly 2.8 mi 7.2
Ashaway Elementary School Ashaway 4.2 mi 8.8
NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington 4.5 mi 6.6
PINE POINT SCHOOL Stonington 3.7 mi 6.9
Wheeler High School North Stonington 6.0 mi 7.1
North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington 6.1 mi 8.5
Deans Mill School Stonington 5.2 mi 9.5
Stonington Middle School Mystic 6.3 mi 8.1
Chariho Regional Middle School Wood River Junction 8.7 mi 6.0
Chariho Alternative Learning A Wood River Junction 8.8 mi 6.3
Chariho High School Wood River Junction 8.8 mi 8.3
Northeast Academy Magnet School Mystic 8.4 mi 7.7
Gallup Hill School Ledyard 9.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02891 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,435

Median Home Value

$422,600

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

21,698

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

54.5

Similar Schools

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Charlestown Elementary School Charlestown, RI 8.1
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Fort Barton School Tiverton, RI 8.2
James H. Eldredge School East Greenwich, RI 8.2
Orlo Avenue School East Providence, RI 8.0
Rockwell School Bristol, RI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about State Street School

What grades does State Street School serve?

State Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend State Street School?

State Street School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at State Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at State Street School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does State Street School rank in RI?

State Street School ranks #40 of 302 schools in RI.

What is State Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

State Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 State Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, State Street School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is State Street School a charter school?

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

Is State Street School a Title I school?

No, State Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for State Street School?

38.4% of students at State Street 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

Westerly
District Enrollment
2,215
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,503
District Rank
#2 of 6

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