Matunuck School

380 Matunuck Beach Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Matunuck School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 246 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5% in RI
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Matunuck School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Matunuck School's student population of 246 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
246 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Ride the Wave to Excellence!

School Rankings

Matunuck School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matunuck School is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (RI)
#13 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
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60-64%
29%
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60-64%
33%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
10%
31%
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Black
1%
9%
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White
79%
50%
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Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.36
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(22-23)
12.6%
32.4%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Matunuck School's ranking?
Matunuck School is ranked #13 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Matunuck School often compared to?
Matunuck Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Kingston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Matunuck School?
246 students attend Matunuck School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Matunuck School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matunuck School?
Matunuck School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matunuck School offer ?
Matunuck School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matunuck School part of?
Matunuck School is part of South Kingstown School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 246 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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