Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fallon Memorial School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 66% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fallon Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fallon Memorial School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fallon Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fallon Memorial School is 0.70, 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
#172 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
37%
30%
Black
22%
9%
White
34%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallon Memorial School's ranking?
Fallon Memorial School is ranked #172 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Fallon Memorial School often compared to?
Fallon Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potter-burns School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Fallon Memorial School?
566 students attend Fallon Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Fallon Memorial School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fallon Memorial School?
Fallon Memorial School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fallon Memorial School offer ?
Fallon Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fallon Memorial School part of?
Fallon Memorial School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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