Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centredale School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centredale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Centredale School's student population of 220 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Centredale School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centredale School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
15%
9%
White
45%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centredale School's ranking?
Centredale School is ranked #160 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Centredale School often compared to?
Centredale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greystone School, James L. Mcguire School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Centredale School?
220 students attend Centredale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Centredale School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centredale School?
Centredale School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centredale School offer ?
Centredale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centredale School part of?
Centredale School is part of North Providence School District.
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