Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kevin K. Coleman 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kevin K. Coleman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kevin K. Coleman School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Learn! Grow! Succeed! You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. ~Dr. Suess
School Rankings
Kevin K. Coleman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kevin K. Coleman School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
10%
9%
White
52%
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
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Kevin K. Coleman School's ranking?
Kevin K. Coleman School is ranked #277 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Kevin K. Coleman School?
279 students attend Kevin K. Coleman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kevin K. Coleman School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kevin K. Coleman School?
Kevin K. Coleman School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kevin K. Coleman School offer ?
Kevin K. Coleman School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kevin K. Coleman School part of?
Kevin K. Coleman School is part of Woonsocket School District.
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