Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anthony Carnevale 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 15% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Anthony Carnevale 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 Anthony Carnevale Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#202 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
9%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Carnevale Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School is ranked #202 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Anthony Carnevale Elementary School?
477 students attend Anthony Carnevale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Anthony Carnevale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anthony Carnevale Elementary School?
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anthony Carnevale Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anthony Carnevale Elementary School part of?
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Anthony Carnevale Elementary School located?
Anthony Carnevale Elementary School is located in the Hartford neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 5 other public schools located in Hartford.
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