Emma G. Whiteknact School vs Wilbur and McMahon Schools
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma G. Whiteknact School
East Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
216 students
Wilbur and McMahon Schools
Little Compton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
216 students
| Measure | Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence, Rhode Island | Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #119 of 172 | #47 of 172 |
| National rank | #35496 of 50,301 | #15220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 216 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 18.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 7.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| city | East Providence | Little Compton |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilbur and McMahon Schools scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.4 vs 34.6).
- •Wilbur and McMahon Schools does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Wilbur and McMahon Schools does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Wilbur and McMahon Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.1% vs 69%).
- •Wilbur and McMahon Schools does better on students per teacher (7.4 vs 12.0).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Emma G. Whiteknact School better than Wilbur and McMahon Schools?
On the Success Index (US), Wilbur and McMahon Schools ranks higher (64.4 vs 34.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Emma G. Whiteknact School and Wilbur and McMahon Schools?
About 38 km in a straight line, between East Providence and Little Compton in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma G. Whiteknact School: 216. Wilbur and McMahon Schools: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma G. Whiteknact School and Wilbur and McMahon Schools rank in Rhode Island?
Emma G. Whiteknact School is 119th of 172 and Wilbur and McMahon Schools is 47th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).