Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Dr. Edward Ricci 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 20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Edward Ricci School serves the southwest part of North Providence, RI, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Edward Ricci School's student population of 378 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Edward Ricci School 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 Dr. Edward Ricci School is 0.67, which is more 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
#152 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Edward Ricci School's ranking?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is ranked #152 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School?
378 students attend Dr. Edward Ricci School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dr. Edward Ricci School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Edward Ricci School?
Dr. Edward Ricci School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr. Edward Ricci School offer ?
Dr. Edward Ricci School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Edward Ricci School part of?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is part of North Providence School District.
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