Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harry Kizirian Elementary 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 8% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry Kizirian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harry Kizirian Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry Kizirian Elementary 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 Harry Kizirian Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#266 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
17%
9%
White
9%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Kizirian Elementary School's ranking?
Harry Kizirian Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 289 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Harry Kizirian Elementary School?
563 students attend Harry Kizirian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harry Kizirian Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Kizirian Elementary School?
Harry Kizirian Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry Kizirian Elementary School offer ?
Harry Kizirian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harry Kizirian Elementary School part of?
Harry Kizirian Elementary School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Harry Kizirian Elementary School located?
Harry Kizirian Elementary School is located in the Smith Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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