Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Frenchtown School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frenchtown School's student population of 288 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Frenchtown School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
n/a
9%
White
77%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
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 schools are Frenchtown School often compared to?
Frenchtown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowbrook Farms School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% RI state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% RI state average).
How many students attend Frenchtown School?
288 students attend Frenchtown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Frenchtown School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frenchtown School?
Frenchtown School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frenchtown School offer ?
Frenchtown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frenchtown School part of?
Frenchtown School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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