Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veazie Street 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 16% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Veazie Street School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Providence, RI school district, covering an area of approximately 20.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veazie Street School's student population of 440 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The stronger the PRIDE, the louder the ROAR!
School Rankings
Veazie Street 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 Veazie Street School is 0.57, 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
#246 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
23%
9%
White
9%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veazie Street School's ranking?
Veazie Street School is ranked #246 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Veazie Street School often compared to?
Veazie Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View School, Robert F. Kennedy El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Veazie Street School?
440 students attend Veazie Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Veazie Street School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veazie Street School?
Veazie Street School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Veazie Street School offer ?
Veazie Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Veazie Street School part of?
Veazie Street School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Veazie Street School located?
Veazie Street School is located in the Wanskuck neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Wanskuck.
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