Sowams Elementary School
257 Students
Elementary School K - 3rd
School Overview
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.
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.
257
Total Students
16.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 200 |
| Hispanic | 12 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 15 |
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White200 (77.8 %)
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Asian25 (9.7 %)
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Two or More15 (5.8 %)
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Hispanic12 (4.7 %)
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Black5 (1.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Barrington |
| Phone: | (401)247-3180 |
| Grade Range: | K - 3rd |
| Total Students: | 257 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 20 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
59
Grade 1
69
Grade 2
74
Grade 3
55
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Grade 1 | 69 |
| Grade 2 | 74 |
| Grade 3 | 55 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 127 | 49.4% |
| Male | 130 | 50.6% |
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