Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Governor Christopher Delsesto 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 2% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Christopher Delsesto ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Governor Christopher Delsesto's student population of 817 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Governor Christopher Delsesto 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 Governor Christopher Delsesto is 0.44, which is less 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
#283 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
11%
9%
White
7%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Governor Christopher Delsesto's ranking?
Governor Christopher Delsesto is ranked #283 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Governor Christopher Delsesto often compared to?
Governor Christopher Delsestois often viewed alongside schools like West Broadway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Governor Christopher Delsesto?
817 students attend Governor Christopher Delsesto.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Governor Christopher Delsesto students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor Christopher Delsesto?
Governor Christopher Delsesto has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Governor Christopher Delsesto offer ?
Governor Christopher Delsesto offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Governor Christopher Delsesto part of?
Governor Christopher Delsesto is part of Providence School District.
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