Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hugh Cole School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hugh Cole School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugh Cole School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh Cole School is 0.39, 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
#136 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bristol Warren School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Cole School's ranking?
Hugh Cole School is ranked #136 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hugh Cole School?
517 students attend Hugh Cole School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hugh Cole School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh Cole School?
Hugh Cole School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hugh Cole School offer ?
Hugh Cole School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh Cole School part of?
Hugh Cole School is part of Bristol Warren School District.
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