Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph A. Whelan 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph A. Whelan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph A. Whelan School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph A. Whelan 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 Joseph A. Whelan School is 0.72, 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
#177 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Joseph A. Whelan School's ranking?
Joseph A. Whelan School is ranked #177 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Joseph A. Whelan School often compared to?
Joseph A. Whelan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen Olney School, Greystone School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Joseph A. Whelan School?
245 students attend Joseph A. Whelan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Joseph A. Whelan School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph A. Whelan School?
Joseph A. Whelan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Whelan School offer ?
Joseph A. Whelan School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph A. Whelan School part of?
Joseph A. Whelan School is part of North Providence School District.
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