The Compass School vs West Kingston School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Compass School
Kingston · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
217 students
West Kingston School
West Kingston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
313 students
| Measure | The Compass School Kingston, Rhode Island | West Kingston School West Kingston, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 172 | #66 of 172 |
| National rank | #10837 of 50,301 | #21293 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 217 | 313 |
| Enrollment | 217 | 313 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18% | 21.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Kingston | West Kingston |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Compass School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 55.6).
- •The Compass School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •The Compass School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •The Compass School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18% vs 21.4%).
- •The Compass School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.9).
- •West Kingston School is the larger school with 313 students compared with 217.
- •The Compass School is a charter school while West Kingston School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The Compass School better than West Kingston School?
On the Success Index (US), The Compass School ranks higher (70.7 vs 55.6 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 The Compass School and West Kingston School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Kingston and West Kingston in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Compass School: 217. West Kingston School: 313. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Compass School and West Kingston School rank in Rhode Island?
The Compass School is 34th of 172 and West Kingston School is 66th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).