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#189 of 302 schools in RI
Asa Messer El. School
Elementary School · Providence
1655 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02909
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#189 of 302
In Providence
#31 of 58
public schools
In district
#20 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Asa Messer El. School
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About Asa Messer El. School
Asa Messer El. School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Asa Messer El.
School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Asa Messer El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Asa Messer El. School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Asa Messer El. School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Asa Messer El. School — Students at Asa Messer El. School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Asa Messer El. School Compares
See how Asa Messer El. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1655 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Asa Messer El. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul Cuffee Lower School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Cuffee Middle School Providence | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| West Broadway Middle School Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter Providence | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Webster Avenue School Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Leviton Dual Language School Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Achievement First Iluminar Cranston | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Achievement First Providence H Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,950
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
44,445
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
39.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence, RI | 5.5 |
| Hugh Cole School Warren, RI | 5.4 |
| Orchard Farms El. School Cranston, RI | 5.8 |
| Tiogue School Coventry, RI | 5.8 |
| Achievement First Envision Ele Providence, RI | 5.3 |
| Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket, RI | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asa Messer El. School
What grades does Asa Messer El. School serve?
Asa Messer El. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Asa Messer El. School?
Asa Messer El. School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Asa Messer El. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Asa Messer El. School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Asa Messer El. School rank in RI?
Asa Messer El. School ranks #189 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Asa Messer El. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Asa Messer El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Asa Messer El. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Asa Messer El. School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Asa Messer El. School a charter school?
No, Asa Messer El. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Asa Messer El. School a Title I school?
No, Asa Messer El. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Asa Messer El. School?
80.5% of students at Asa Messer El. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9401
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #20 of 37
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