Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Community School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community 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
School Overview
Community School's student population of 545 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Community School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community School is 0.34, 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
#3 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community School's ranking?
Community School is ranked #3 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Community School often compared to?
Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton School, John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Community School?
545 students attend Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Community School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community School?
Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Community School offer ?
Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community School part of?
Community School is part of Cumberland School District.
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