Metcalf School vs Wawaloam School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Metcalf School
Exeter · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
522 students
Wawaloam School
Exeter · Public elementary · Grades K–1
215 students
| Measure | Metcalf School Exeter, Rhode Island | Wawaloam School Exeter, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #57 of 172 | #8 of 172 |
| National rank | #18413 of 50,301 | #3982 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–6 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 522 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.1% | 19.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Exeter | Exeter |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wawaloam School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 59.7).
- •Wawaloam School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.5% vs 25.1%).
- •Wawaloam School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.7).
- •Metcalf School is the larger school with 522 students compared with 215.
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 Metcalf School better than Wawaloam School?
On the Success Index (US), Wawaloam School ranks higher (81.9 vs 59.7 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 Metcalf School and Wawaloam School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Exeter and Exeter in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Metcalf School: 522. Wawaloam School: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Metcalf School and Wawaloam School rank in Rhode Island?
Metcalf School is 57th of 172 and Wawaloam School is 8th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).