Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clayville School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Clayville School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Clayville School ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayville School is 0.17, 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
#6 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayville School's ranking?
Clayville School is ranked #6 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Clayville School?
141 students attend Clayville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Clayville School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clayville School?
Clayville School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clayville School offer ?
Clayville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayville School part of?
Clayville School is part of Scituate School District.
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