Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garden City School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Garden City School's student population of 510 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Garden City School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden City School is 0.66, 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
#53 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
27%
30%
Black
6%
9%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden City School's ranking?
Garden City School is ranked #53 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Garden City School often compared to?
Garden City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Hills School, Woodridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Garden City School?
510 students attend Garden City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Garden City School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden City School?
Garden City School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Garden City School offer ?
Garden City School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garden City School part of?
Garden City School is part of Cranston School District.
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