From Orlo Avenue Elementary School, "East Providence School District Orlo Avenue Elementary School"
Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orlo Avenue School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orlo Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Orlo Avenue School's student population of 245 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to be lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Orlo Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orlo Avenue School is 0.71, 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
#133 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)20%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orlo Avenue School's ranking?
Orlo Avenue School is ranked #133 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Orlo Avenue School?
245 students attend Orlo Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Orlo Avenue School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orlo Avenue School?
Orlo Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orlo Avenue School offer ?
Orlo Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orlo Avenue School part of?
Orlo Avenue School is part of East Providence School District.
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