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#119 of 302 schools in RI

Top 39% in state

Stone Hill School

Elementary School · Cranston

21 Village Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#119 of 302

In Cranston

#5 of 24

public schools

In district

#5 of 22

Cranston

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Stone Hill School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Cranston · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Stone Hill School

Stone Hill School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Stone Hill School serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stone Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Stone Hill School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Stone Hill School — Students at Stone Hill School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (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
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Stone Hill School Compares

See how Stone Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
61th percentile in RI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

21 Village Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stone Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thornton School (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Johnston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Johnston 0.7 mi 6.3
Thornton School Johnston 0.8 mi 6.5
Western Hills Middle School Cranston 0.9 mi 5.0
George J. Peters School Cranston 0.7 mi 4.6
Cranston High School West Cranston 1.1 mi 7.4
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston 1.0 mi 6.4
MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston 1.4 mi
Woodridge School Cranston 1.7 mi 5.1
Arlington School Cranston 1.6 mi 3.0
Winsor Hill School Johnston 2.1 mi 5.3
Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston 1.6 mi 4.1
Glen Hills School Cranston 2.3 mi 5.5
Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence 2.3 mi 5.0
Gladstone Street School Cranston 1.9 mi 4.0
Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence 2.4 mi 4.9
Stadium School Cranston 1.9 mi 7.1
Achievement First Providence H Providence 2.1 mi 4.5
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence 2.4 mi 6.9
Oak Lawn School Cranston 2.8 mi 5.2
Eden Park School Cranston 2.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,246

Median Home Value

$336,900

Median Rent

$1,271/mo

Population

36,332

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stone Hill School

What grades does Stone Hill School serve?

Stone Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Stone Hill School?

Stone Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stone Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stone Hill School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stone Hill School rank in RI?

Stone Hill School ranks #119 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Stone Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stone Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Stone Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stone Hill School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stone Hill School a charter school?

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

Is Stone Hill School a Title I school?

No, Stone Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stone Hill School?

32.5% of students at Stone Hill 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

Cranston
District Enrollment
10,126
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,253
District Rank
#5 of 22

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