What grades does Sowams Elementary School serve?

As a Primary school, Sowams Elementary School serves students in Barrington, RI. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Sowams Elementary School located?

You can find Sowams Elementary School in Barrington, RI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sowams Elementary School?

At Sowams Elementary School, there are approximately 15.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Barrington, RI?

Sowams Elementary School is among the schools serving Barrington, RI. The school is part of the local school system.

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Sowams Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Barrington, Rhode Island|Barrington

Barrington, RI 02806

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Fri

Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Winter Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Fri

Christmas Day/Winter Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

New Year's Day Winter Recess - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–3

Enrollment

261

Student:Teacher

15.4:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Barrington

Econ. Disadvantaged

6.9%

Phone

(401)247-3180

School Statistics

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

268

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

17.5

100% fully certified

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$18,258

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,615

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,902

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 4%State 20%Local 76%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$503,947

+2.7% 1yr+41.4% 5yr

Providence, RI metro area

Community Need Level

Low

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

10.4%

Below 150% poverty line

4.0%

Unemployment rate

2.1%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

458

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

417

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

100 (24%)

Other Health Impairment

94 (23%)

Speech/Language Impairment

74 (18%)

Autism

60 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

41 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

10 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

250

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

Thanksgiving Recess - No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Thu, Nov 26, 2026

Thanksgiving Recess - No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Fri, Nov 27, 2026

Thanksgiving Recess - No School

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Barrington. Sowams Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	PD Day - Teachers Only - Statewide PrimariesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas Day/Winter Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	New Year's Day Winter Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day/ February Recess-No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	February Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	BMS Students do NOT have school today - Senior Project Day-Teacher PD DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Spring Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Spring Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Spring Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Spring Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	Spring Recess - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sowams Elementary School

Sowams Elementary School has a total enrollment of 261 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Barrington, RI.