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Washington Oak School

801 Read School House Road, Coventry, RI, 02816

Top 10% School in RHODE ISLAND

Ranked 3 of 145 in RHODE ISLAND

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About Washington Oak School

Washington Oak School has a warm, steady feel that families in Coventry often talk about. The math proficiency usually lands somewhere in the mid-range, adjusting a bit each year based on the group of students. The teacher–student ratio feels like one teacher guiding a small group, which keeps the classrooms calmer and gives kids more chances to speak up. Compared with nearby Coventry schools like Hopkins Hill and Blackrock, Washington Oak feels a touch more structured, but still has that easy, welcoming tone that helps younger students settle in. A typical three-bedroom rental in this part of Coventry usually sits in the mid-two-thousand dollars range, with newer homes costing slightly more. After Washington Oak, students often move on to Feinstein Middle School and later Coventry High School. Many former students end up in careers like nursing support, early education, culinary work, small business roles, digital tech jobs, HVAC trades, and automotive work. Parents describe the school as predictable in a good way—clear communication, steady routines, and a calm environment. It’s a place where children grow at a comfortable pace without feeling overwhelmed.

Washington Oak School Contact Information

Address

801 Read School House Road, Coventry, RI, 02816

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Phone

(401) 397-1976

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 58%
Reading 54%
State average proficiency is 58% in Math and 54% in Reading.
39
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
621
Total Students
$90091
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 3 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Washington Oak School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Early Release on Wednesday at 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 84.86%
Asian 2.58%
Hispanic 6.76%
Black 0.48%
Two+ Races 4.67%
Native Am. 0.32%
White
84.86%
Asian
2.58%
Hispanic
6.76%
Black
0.48%
Two+ Races
4.67%
Native Am.
0.32%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 621
51.37%
319 Female
48.63%
302 Male

Student Population

621 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Washington Oak School recently added new phonics materials for early readers and expanded small-group fluency sessions. A dedicated math block also launched this month, focusing on number sense, real-life problem-solving, and measurement activities.

FAQ

Q1. What new academic updates were added at Washington Oak this year?

Ans. The school introduced upgraded phonics tools and a structured math block for early grades.

Q2. How does the school support children needing extra help?

Ans. Teachers provide small-group lessons based on weekly progress checks and classroom notes.

Q3. Do students get creative and hands-on activities?

Ans. Yes, kids take part in art, music, classroom projects, and simple STEM activities.

Q4. How does Washington Oak communicate with families?

Ans. Parents receive newsletters, email reminders, and updates through the school’s app.

Q5. What events does the school organize for families?

Ans. The school hosts literacy nights, seasonal programs, and community gatherings.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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