Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myron J. Francis Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myron J. Francis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Myron J. Francis Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Rankings
Myron J. Francis Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myron J. Francis Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#13 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
6%
9%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Myron J. Francis Elementary School's ranking?
Myron J. Francis Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Myron J. Francis Elementary School?
394 students attend Myron J. Francis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Myron J. Francis Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myron J. Francis Elementary School?
Myron J. Francis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Myron J. Francis Elementary School offer ?
Myron J. Francis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myron J. Francis Elementary School part of?
Myron J. Francis Elementary School is part of East Providence School District.
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