Westerly School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 20%)
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 60 students in Westerly School District.
Public Preschools in Westerly School District have a diversity score of 0.37, which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 0.64.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Westerly School District, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 63 school districts in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90-94% has increased from 87% over five school years.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="students-by-ethinity">Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.37
0.64
# American Indian Students
24 Students
125 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
51 Students
573 Students
% Asian Students
3%
3%
# Hispanic Students
207 Students
5,079 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
28%
# Black Students
26 Students
1,581 Students
% Black Students
1%
9%
# White Students
1,768 Students
9,496 Students
% White Students
79%
53%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
33 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
161 Students
1,070 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
6%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="students-by-grade">Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
60
3,107
# Students in K Grade:
150
2,797
# Students in 1st Grade:
170
2,753
# Students in 2nd Grade:
141
2,517
# Students in 3rd Grade:
171
2,619
# Students in 4th Grade:
154
2,428
# Students in 5th Grade:
166
1,624
# Students in 6th Grade:
169
63
# Students in 7th Grade:
165
25
# Students in 8th Grade:
197
31
# Students in 9th Grade:
200
10
# Students in 10th Grade:
171
7
# Students in 11th Grade:
170
4
# Students in 12th Grade:
158
10
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="district-revenue-and-spending">District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $29,761 is higher than the state median of $22,099. The school district revenue/student has grown by 18% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $29,350 is higher than the state median of $21,321. The school district spending/student has grown by 21% over four school years.
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
District size: 6 schools
Grades: PK-12
Enrollment: 2,242 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 21%
Graduation Rate
: 90-94% (Top 20% in RI)
Overall District Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 31% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 43% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 41% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
