Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Reservoir Avenue 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Reservoir Avenue School covers the entire school district in Providence, RI, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.7 miles and the furthest edge extending to 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reservoir Avenue School's student population of 289 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Reservoir Avenue 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 Reservoir Avenue School is 0.49, 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
#214 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
11%
9%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir Avenue School's ranking?
Reservoir Avenue School is ranked #214 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Reservoir Avenue School often compared to?
Reservoir Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Hope Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Reservoir Avenue School?
289 students attend Reservoir Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Reservoir Avenue School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reservoir Avenue School?
Reservoir Avenue School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reservoir Avenue School offer ?
Reservoir Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reservoir Avenue School part of?
Reservoir Avenue School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Reservoir Avenue School located?
Reservoir Avenue School is located in the Reservoir neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Reservoir.
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