Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Claiborne Pell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claiborne Pell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Claiborne Pell Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World through Quality Education
School Rankings
Claiborne Pell 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 Claiborne Pell Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#207 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
9%
9%
White
33%
50%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claiborne Pell Elementary School's ranking?
Claiborne Pell Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Claiborne Pell Elementary School often compared to?
Claiborne Pell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aquidneck School, Frank E. Thompson Middle School, Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Claiborne Pell Elementary School?
657 students attend Claiborne Pell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Claiborne Pell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claiborne Pell Elementary School?
Claiborne Pell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Claiborne Pell Elementary School offer ?
Claiborne Pell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claiborne Pell Elementary School part of?
Claiborne Pell Elementary School is part of Newport School District.
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