Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert L. Bailey Iv 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert L. Bailey IV's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Providence, RI, covering approximately 20.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert L. Bailey Iv's student population of 444 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert L. Bailey Iv 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 L. Bailey Iv is 0.54, 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
#182 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L. Bailey Iv's ranking?
Robert L. Bailey Iv is ranked #182 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Robert L. Bailey Iv?
444 students attend Robert L. Bailey Iv.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Robert L. Bailey Iv students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% 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 Robert L. Bailey Iv?
Robert L. Bailey Iv has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert L. Bailey Iv offer ?
Robert L. Bailey Iv offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert L. Bailey Iv part of?
Robert L. Bailey Iv is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert L. Bailey Iv located?
Robert L. Bailey Iv is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 7 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.
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