Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myron J. Francis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Myron J. Francis Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Myron J. Francis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myron J. Francis Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 288 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
6%
9%
White
71%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myron J. Francis Elementary School's ranking?
Myron J. Francis Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Myron J. Francis Elementary School?
380 students attend Myron J. Francis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Myron J. Francis Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% 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 14:1, 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
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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