SOWAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sowams Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Barrington school district, located in Barrington, RI with about 250 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. With about 15 teachers, Sowams Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sowams Elementary School, located at 364 Sowams Road in Barrington, Rhode Island, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, catering to students in the early elementary grades. As part of the Barrington Public Schools district—a system consistently recognized for its academic excellence—Sowams is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of its learners. The school benefits from a close-knit atmosphere, emphasizing small-group instruction and collaborative learning to ensure that each child receives personalized attention.
Beyond the classroom, Sowams Elementary is known for its active school community and parent involvement, which play a significant role in enhancing the educational experience. The school curriculum places a strong emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy, while also integrating enrichment opportunities that encourage creativity and critical thinking. By maintaining a focus on building a safe and inclusive culture, Sowams strives to prepare its young students not only for middle school success but also to become curious, lifelong learners within the larger Barrington community.
For more information, contact Sowams Elementary School at (401) 247-3180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3180
SOWAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Barrington, RI with about 250 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Rhode Island
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Barrington
- Total Students:
- 250
- Teachers:
- 15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 250 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOWAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.4%
- Asian
- 4.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.