Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenwood School's student population of 253 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood School is 0.52, 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)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
67%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Greenwood School's ranking?
Greenwood School is ranked #117 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Greenwood School often compared to?
Greenwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Hill School, Sherman 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 Greenwood School?
253 students attend Greenwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Greenwood School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenwood School?
Greenwood School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood School offer ?
Greenwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood School part of?
Greenwood School is part of Warwick School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2020
Great school amazing teachers comfortable environment, friendly and accepting neighborhood, and overall better student behavior and attitude compared to other local elementary schools.
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