Serving 268 students in grades 2-5, Steere Farm Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steere Farm Elementary School's student population of 268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Steere Farm Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steere Farm Elementary 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
#145 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Burrillville School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steere Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Steere Farm Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Steere Farm Elementary School?
268 students attend Steere Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Steere Farm Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steere Farm Elementary School?
Steere Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steere Farm Elementary School offer ?
Steere Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Steere Farm Elementary School part of?
Steere Farm Elementary School is part of Burrillville School District.
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