Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flora S. Curtis School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flora S. Curtis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Flora S. Curtis School's student population of 336 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Flora S. Curtis 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 Flora S. Curtis School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
37%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flora S. Curtis School's ranking?
Flora S. Curtis School is ranked #94 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Flora S. Curtis School?
336 students attend Flora S. Curtis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Flora S. Curtis School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flora S. Curtis School?
Flora S. Curtis School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Flora S. Curtis School offer ?
Flora S. Curtis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Flora S. Curtis School part of?
Flora S. Curtis School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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