Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blackrock School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher 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 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackrock School's student population of 296 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Blackrock School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackrock School is 0.35, 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
#117 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
80%
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
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Blackrock School's ranking?
Blackrock School is ranked #117 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackrock School often compared to?
Blackrock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Blackrock School?
296 students attend Blackrock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Blackrock School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackrock School?
Blackrock School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackrock School offer ?
Blackrock School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackrock School part of?
Blackrock School is part of Coventry School District.
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