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Lippitt School

Public | K-6 | 248 students

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3 stars

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Posted December 17, 2012

I was so nervous sending my son to K and school for the first time. Ms. Amaral (Ms. A) has made the transition for my son as comfortable and easy as possible for him (and me!). The amount of information she has to teach the children in such a short amount of time each day is astonishing and she does it with ease. I wish she could be his teacher throughout his years of school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 20, 2007

lippitt, is a great school, the teachers thus far are amazing, miss amaral is a very caring teacher, ad is there for both the children ad their parents, my daughter loves her. my child is now in 1st grade and enjoys it, Mrs ranallo is also a very good teacher, I did have a couple of issues I wasn't happy with, and met with Mr. Roberts. he accommodated all my needs with no problems at all. and he is there for the parents. who have any concerns. great principle.I feel very comfortable going to him with any concerns, def send your child to this school. thanks lippitt.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 6, 2007

my child loved k, and adored her teacher miss amaral. I too must say miss amaral is by far one of the most compassionate teachers I have met so far, she is always there for the parents and children and never makes you feel like you are bothersome, shame there is not more like her at the school. Lippitt does have a long way to go.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 30, 2007

A very bad school! No one will listen or help with any concerns. They will chose who they will listen to which is wrong! They offer no after school help. The principal is a horrible example for students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 30, 2007

The worst school I have ever seen! I did get my son out of there and he is now doing great! No one is concerned with the children or what they are doing on their free time. The teachers are only concerned with their paychecks and not paying for their own health care.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 6, 2007

A less than great school. I took my child out of this school and put them in another. My child is doing so much better now. The teachers at Lippitt are more concerned with their teacher contracts than with teaching their students. Parent/teacher conferences are almost extinct. They are not concerned with informing parents with particular concerns with how their children are learning. If you care for your children, take them out of this school now and watch them improve!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2006

I'm glad my daughter goes to Lippitt. I've heard nothing but good things about this school. I was worried about my child starting school just like any parent does. But my child absolutly loves going to school everyday. The teachers she has had seem to actually care if she does well and encourages her to learn new things. They have also made it a point to meet me and tell me how she was doing and have answered any questions I have had in any area. They never made me feel like I was bothering them. Mrs. Amaral (K) and Mr. Mapes (1st) Thank you for all you have done.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 19, 2005

Lippitt Elementary has a long way to go to be considered a good school. With work to rule, the teachers for the most part are not involved in helping the children learn the way they should; don't want to talk to parents about things, and have even refused to fill out medical evaluations on the child because they would have to do it on 'their time'. Principal is a horrible example - rewards the biggest problem students by making them straps, no communication with parents and not interested in even trying to communicate with them. Some teachers there are good and seem earnestly trying to help the children, but for the most part, the level and quality of education is below my expectations having been in Providence prior (can you believe that - Providence was better?) No extracurricular activities offered to children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 23, 2004

Lippitt has been an excellent, nurturing environment for my two children. My extremely bright and motivated child has been nurtured and has responded to high expectations. Meanwhile my less motivated and more challenging child has made gains thanks to the excellent teachers he has had. These teachers go above and beyond in helping him to learn.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
62%

2008

 
 
57%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
67%
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.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
63%

2009

 
 
39%

2008

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

27 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
56%

2008

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 45% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%
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.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
53%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
42%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
85%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
48%

2011

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
76%
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.

36 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

36 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
60%
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 Students51%
Femalen/a
Male59%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)57%
Economically disadvantaged students42%
Not economically disadvantaged students58%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities60%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English51%
Non-migrant51%

Reading

All Students66%
Femalen/a
Male67%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
White (non-Hispanic)72%
Economically disadvantaged students67%
Not economically disadvantaged students67%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities75%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English66%
Non-migrant66%
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%
Femalen/a
Male61%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)60%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students77%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities64%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English59%
Non-migrant59%

Reading

All Students70%
Femalen/a
Male67%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)72%
Economically disadvantaged studentsn/a
Not economically disadvantaged students77%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English70%
Non-migrant70%

Science

All Students46%
Femalen/a
Male53%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)50%
Economically disadvantaged students36%
Not economically disadvantaged students54%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities45%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English46%
Non-migrant46%
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 Students53%
Female47%
Male56%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)54%
Economically disadvantaged students38%
Not economically disadvantaged students66%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities51%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English53%
Non-migrant53%

Reading

All Students64%
Female69%
Male60%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)64%
Economically disadvantaged students48%
Not economically disadvantaged students78%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities68%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English64%
Non-migrant64%

Writing

All Students48%
Female53%
Male44%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)46%
Economically disadvantaged students24%
Not economically disadvantaged students70%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities57%
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 Students70%
Female71%
Male69%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)68%
Economically disadvantaged students69%
Not economically disadvantaged students70%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities78%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English70%
Non-migrant70%

Reading

All Students86%
Female88%
Male85%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic or Latinon/a
Multiracialn/a
White (non-Hispanic)88%
Economically disadvantaged students94%
Not economically disadvantaged students80%
Title In/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities97%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English86%
Non-migrant86%
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 92% 69%
Black 3% 9%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 3%
Hispanic 2% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 35%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 9N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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30 Almy St
Warwick, RI 02886
Phone: (401) 734-3240

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