Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert F. Kennedy El. School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert F. Kennedy El. School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 20.6 square miles in Providence, RI. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert F. Kennedy El. School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert F. Kennedy El. 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 Robert F. Kennedy El. School is 0.62, 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
#168 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
17%
9%
White
15%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert F. Kennedy El. School's ranking?
Robert F. Kennedy El. School is ranked #168 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Robert F. Kennedy El. School often compared to?
Robert F. Kennedy El. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma G. Whiteknact School, Alfred Lima Sr. El School, Veazie Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Robert F. Kennedy El. School?
451 students attend Robert F. Kennedy El. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Robert F. Kennedy El. School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert F. Kennedy El. School?
Robert F. Kennedy El. School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert F. Kennedy El. School offer ?
Robert F. Kennedy El. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert F. Kennedy El. School part of?
Robert F. Kennedy El. School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert F. Kennedy El. School located?
Robert F. Kennedy El. School is located in the Elmhurst neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Elmhurst.
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