Serving 182 students in grades 9-12, Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jacqueline M. Walsh School's student population of 182 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
9%
9%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Jacqueline M. Walsh School's ranking?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is ranked #108 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Jacqueline M. Walsh School often compared to?
Jacqueline M. Walsh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William E. Tolman High School, Charles E. Shea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
The graduation rate of Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
182 students attend Jacqueline M. Walsh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jacqueline M. Walsh School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacqueline M. Walsh School?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jacqueline M. Walsh School offer ?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jacqueline M. Walsh School part of?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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