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Centredale School

Elementary School · North Providence

41 Angell Avenue, North Providence, RI 02911

Enrollment

220

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#227 of 302

In North Providence

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

North Providence

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Centredale School

5.0/10

Elementary School in North Providence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Centredale School

Centredale School is a public elementary school in North Providence, RI, part of North Providence. Centredale School serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Centredale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Centredale School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,022
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Centredale School — Students at Centredale School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Centredale School Compares

See how Centredale School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in RI
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

41 Angell Avenue, North Providence, RI 02911

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centredale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Early Childhood Center (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Johnston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greystone School (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert F. Kennedy El. School (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Providence, see our North Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence 0.3 mi 6.5
Greystone School North Providence 0.4 mi 7.5
James L. McGuire School North Providence 0.6 mi 4.3
Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence 0.8 mi 6.5
GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence 0.8 mi
Graniteville School Johnston 0.9 mi 3.7
North Providence High North Providence 0.9 mi 7.3
Sarah Dyer Barnes School Johnston 1.4 mi 6.1
ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 1.5 mi 5.1
Stephen Olney School North Providence 1.3 mi 2.6
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence 1.5 mi 5.9
Birchwood Middle School North Providence 1.5 mi 7.8
Mount Pleasant High Providence 1.7 mi 4.3
LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence 1.9 mi 3.6
Johnston Senior High Johnston 2.2 mi 6.9
Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence 1.9 mi 4.1
Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence 2.0 mi 6.2
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Johnston 2.3 mi 6.1
Early Childhood Center Johnston 2.3 mi 8.0
MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence 2.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,803

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

14,963

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

65.7%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centredale School

What grades does Centredale School serve?

Centredale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Centredale School?

Centredale School has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centredale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centredale School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centredale School rank in RI?

Centredale School ranks #227 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Centredale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centredale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Centredale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centredale School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centredale School a charter school?

No, Centredale School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centredale School a Title I school?

No, Centredale School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centredale School?

38.2% of students at Centredale 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

North Providence
District Enrollment
3,543
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,022
District Rank
#5 of 8

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