Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Veazie Street 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 15% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veazie Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Veazie Street School's student population of 469 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veazie Street 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 Veazie Street School is 0.57, which is less 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
#240 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
22%
9%
White
8%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veazie Street School's ranking?
Veazie Street School is ranked #240 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Veazie Street School often compared to?
Veazie Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View School, Robert F. Kennedy El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Veazie Street School?
469 students attend Veazie Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Veazie Street School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veazie Street School?
Veazie Street School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Veazie Street School offer ?
Veazie Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Veazie Street School part of?
Veazie Street School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Veazie Street School located?
Veazie Street School is located in the Wanskuck neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Wanskuck.
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