Serving 405 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (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 405 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Edward Ricci School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
13%
9%
White
51%
53%
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
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #152 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 23% RI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School?
405 students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Dr. Edward Ricci School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 14:1, which is higher than 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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