Little Compton


Summary:

The Wilbur and McMahon Schools is the sole elementary school serving grades PK-8 in the Little Compton school district. Despite being a small school with around 200 students, it has consistently ranked among the top 15 elementary schools in Rhode Island, reaching as high as 2nd place in the 2023-2024 school year.

The school's academic performance is exceptional, with students significantly outperforming their peers across the state on the Rhode Island Comprehensive Assessment System (RICAS) tests. In 2023-2024, 85% of 4th graders at Wilbur and McMahon were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to just 30.1% statewide. In Math, 90% of 4th graders were proficient or better, versus 35.4% statewide. The school also excels in science assessments, with 54.8% of students proficient or better.

These impressive academic results are likely driven by a combination of factors, including small class sizes (7 students per teacher), low rates of economically disadvantaged students (7% free/reduced lunch), and high per-student funding ($25,915 per student). Overall, the Wilbur and McMahon Schools stands out as an exemplary educational institution within the Little Compton school district and the state of Rhode Island.

District Detail

 28 Commons
Little Compton, RI 02837

 (401) 592-0363

SchoolDigger Rank:
2nd of 60 Rhode Island districts

See the 2024 Rhode Island District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 200

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Rhode Island Department of Education.

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