Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. Edward Ricci School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Edward Ricci School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
47%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Edward Ricci School's ranking?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is ranked #144 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School?
417 students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dr. Edward Ricci School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Edward Ricci School?
Dr. Edward Ricci School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr. Edward Ricci School offer ?
Dr. Edward Ricci School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr. Edward Ricci School part of?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is part of North Providence School District.
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