Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James L. Mcguire 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James L. Mcguire School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James L. Mcguire School's student population of 403 students has grown by 107% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
James L. Mcguire School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James L. Mcguire School is 0.68, 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
#193 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
46%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 James L. Mcguire School's ranking?
James L. Mcguire School is ranked #193 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are James L. Mcguire School often compared to?
James L. Mcguire Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centredale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend James L. Mcguire School?
403 students attend James L. Mcguire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of James L. Mcguire School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James L. Mcguire School?
James L. Mcguire School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does James L. Mcguire School offer ?
James L. Mcguire School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James L. Mcguire School part of?
James L. Mcguire School is part of North Providence School District.
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