Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Primrose Hill 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Primrose Hill 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
Primrose Hill School's student population of 361 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Primrose Hill 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 Primrose Hill School is 0.45, 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
#9 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Primrose Hill School's ranking?
Primrose Hill School is ranked #9 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Primrose Hill School often compared to?
Primrose Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nayatt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Primrose Hill School?
361 students attend Primrose Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Primrose Hill School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Primrose Hill School?
Primrose Hill School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Primrose Hill School offer ?
Primrose Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Primrose Hill School part of?
Primrose Hill School is part of Barrington School District.
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