Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potter-burns 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 11% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potter-burns School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Potter-burns School's student population of 434 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potter-burns 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 Potter-burns 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
#197 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
14%
9%
White
50%
53%
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
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Potter-burns School's ranking?
Potter-burns School is ranked #197 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Potter-burns School often compared to?
Potter-burns Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallon Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Potter-burns School?
434 students attend Potter-burns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Potter-burns School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potter-burns School?
Potter-burns School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potter-burns School offer ?
Potter-burns School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Potter-burns School part of?
Potter-burns School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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