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James R. D. Oldham School

Public | K-5 | 167 students

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4 stars

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Posted August 6, 2012

Oldham school is a wonderful little school, I like the low number of children (180) the staff know all the kids! My son was chanllenged but not pushed. The teacher and staff made great accomedations for our split home and information that was sent home. The principal was strong and did great things for our school but unfortunately is now moving on. This school has a great reading program and overall good education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2012

I am disappointed in the level of understanding being afforded to my grandson who attends this school. Some of the discipline levied does not "fit the crime". I would think that educators possess enough training in psychology, etc. , that would enable them to handle children who are only 5 or 6 yrs old. I would like to see more effort on the part of the educator and less finger-pointing toward the child. Let's not forget who the adults are and that we as adults have more experience. Also, staff members should not leave inappropriate items out in plain sight of children who would be tempted to touch and then get in trouble for doing so. One more thing, I know that there must be "corners" in the school, wouldn't that be more appropriate than sending a child home for a "misdemenor"? Really inappropriate discipline on the part of that teacher.


Posted September 26, 2010

They have a new principal who I believe will energize the teachers and the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 18, 2010

I have a daughter who is now in the 7th grade and one who is in 2nd grade, both attended this school. It is an excellent school! The teachers are fantastic and they are very family oriented! We have not had a problem there yet.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 4, 2009

I love Oldham because of the dedicated staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 8, 2009

Over the past year this school has been such a success in my home!! My child needs challenges in all in subject and is receiving those challenges from his teacher. I hope we can continue to work together is this wonderful partnership!! Much Happier then 2 years ago!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 27, 2008

JRD Oldham is a wonderful school! The teachers are outstanding! My son's fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Bickford is just wonderful! My son comes home excited everyday and can't wait to tell me about all the exciting things he is learning in school. Overall we are very happy!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

26 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
48%

2008

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

26 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
63%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
50%

2008

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
57%
Science

The state average for Science was 45% in 2012.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
39%

2009

 
 
45%

2008

 
 
53%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
47%

2008

 
 
61%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
35%

2009

 
 
29%

2008

 
 
21%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students69%
Female77%
Male62%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)80%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students88%
Title I69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities77%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English69%
Non-migrant69%

Reading

All Students70%
Female69%
Male70%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)75%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students94%
Title I70%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities77%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English70%
Non-migrant70%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students44%
Female47%
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)35%
Economically disadvantaged students41%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I44%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities53%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English44%
Non-migrant44%

Reading

All Students69%
Female66%
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)64%
Economically disadvantaged students71%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities79%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English69%
Non-migrant69%

Science

All Students48%
Female46%
Malen/a
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)47%
Economically disadvantaged students50%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I48%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities55%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English48%
Non-migrant48%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Math

All Students59%
Female67%
Male53%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)60%
Economically disadvantaged students41%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I59%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities83%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English59%
Non-migrant59%

Reading

All Students48%
Female50%
Male46%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)40%
Economically disadvantaged students47%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I48%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities73%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English48%
Non-migrant48%

Writing

All Students37%
Female33%
Male40%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)20%
Economically disadvantaged students30%
Not economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Title I37%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities56%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English37%
Non-migrant37%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Rhode Island's state standards

Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 79% 69%
Black 11% 9%
Hispanic 7% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 3%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 46%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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640 Bullocks Point Ave
Riverside, RI 02915
Phone: (401) 433-6250

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