Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fogarty Memorial ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fogarty Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fogarty Memorial's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Fogarty Memorial ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fogarty Memorial 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
#22 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Fogarty Memorial's ranking?
Fogarty Memorial is ranked #22 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Fogarty Memorial often compared to?
Fogarty Memorialis often viewed alongside schools like West Glocester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Fogarty Memorial?
315 students attend Fogarty Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Fogarty Memorial students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fogarty Memorial?
Fogarty Memorial has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fogarty Memorial offer ?
Fogarty Memorial offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fogarty Memorial part of?
Fogarty Memorial is part of Glocester School District.
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