Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ella Risk 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 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ella Risk School is located in Central Falls, RI, and serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ella Risk School's student population of 414 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ella Risk 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 Ella Risk School is 0.69, 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
#269 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
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
21%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Ella Risk School's ranking?
Ella Risk School is ranked #269 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Ella Risk School?
414 students attend Ella Risk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ella Risk School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ella Risk School?
Ella Risk School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ella Risk School offer ?
Ella Risk School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ella Risk School part of?
Ella Risk School is part of Central Falls School District.
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