Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods 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 9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is 0.52, 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
#256 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
18%
9%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods's ranking?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is ranked #256 out of 287 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods?
607 students attend Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods offer ?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods part of?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods located?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 7 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.
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