Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Veterans Memorial Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than 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 80% 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: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Memorial Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Central Falls school district, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial Elementary 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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#273 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is ranked #273 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
406 students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Veterans Memorial Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Veterans Memorial Elementary School part of?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is part of Central Falls School District.
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