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.
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