Excellent
#47 of 302 schools in RI
Top 15% in state
Based on limited data
Wawaloam School
Elementary School · Exeter-West Greenwich
100 Victory Highway, Exeter, RI 02822
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on RI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#47 of 302
In Exeter
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Exeter-West Greenwich
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wawaloam School
Wawaloam School is a public elementary school in Exeter, RI, part of Exeter-West Greenwich. Wawaloam School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wawaloam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 302 schools in RI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Wawaloam School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wawaloam School Compares
See how Wawaloam School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Victory Highway, Exeter, RI 02822
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wawaloam School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frenchtown School (rated 7.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby East Greenwich), with a comparable rating. Another option is Metcalf School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Richmond Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), a more accessible option. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Metcalf School Exeter | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Exeter-West Greenwich Reg. Jr. West Greenwich | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Exeter-West Greenwich Regional West Greenwich | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Mildred E. Lineham School West Greenwich | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| GREENWICH VILLAGE SCHOOL West Greenwich | 4.3 mi | — |
| The Greene School West Greenwich | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| PATHWAYS STRATEGIC TEACHING CENTER Coventry | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Richmond Elementary School Wyoming | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Coventry High School Coventry | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Hopkins Hill School Coventry | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FATHER JOHN V. DOYLE SCHOOL Coventry | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Tiogue School Coventry | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Frenchtown School East Greenwich | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Hope Valley Elementary School Hope Valley | 7.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov Coventry | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| West Kingston School West Kingston | 8.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Greenbush Elementary School West Warwick | 7.6 mi | 2.9 |
| MONTESSORI OF GREENWICH BAY East Greenwich | 6.6 mi | — |
| THE STORK'S NEST CHILD ACADEMY - EAST GREENWICH East Greenwich | 6.8 mi | — |
| Western Coventry School Coventry | 8.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,185
Median Home Value
$469,600
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
6,139
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Center Johnston, RI | 8.0 |
| Orlo Avenue School East Providence, RI | 8.0 |
| Rockwell School Bristol, RI | 8.0 |
| Charlestown Elementary School Charlestown, RI | 8.1 |
| Matunuck School Wakefield, RI | 7.9 |
| State Street School Westerly, RI | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wawaloam School
What grades does Wawaloam School serve?
Wawaloam School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Wawaloam School?
Wawaloam School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wawaloam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wawaloam School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wawaloam School rank in RI?
Wawaloam School ranks #47 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Wawaloam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wawaloam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wawaloam School a charter school?
No, Wawaloam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wawaloam School a Title I school?
No, Wawaloam School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wawaloam School?
15.3% of students at Wawaloam 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (401) 295-8808
Resources & Links
District
Exeter-West Greenwich- District Enrollment
- 1,578
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,344
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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