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#266 of 302 schools in RI

Curvin-mccabe School

Elementary School · Pawtucket

466 Cottage Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#266 of 302

In Pawtucket

#15 of 18

public schools

In district

#14 of 16

Pawtucket

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Curvin-mccabe School

4.3/10

Elementary School in Pawtucket · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Curvin-mccabe School

Curvin-mccabe School is a public elementary school in Pawtucket, RI, part of Pawtucket. Curvin-mccabe School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Curvin-mccabe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Curvin-mccabe School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Curvin-mccabe 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,420
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Curvin-mccabe School — Students at Curvin-mccabe School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.9% (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
67%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
22%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Curvin-mccabe School Compares

See how Curvin-mccabe School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in RI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Location

466 Cottage Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Curvin-mccabe School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flora S. Curtis School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket 0.5 mi 5.5
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 0.5 mi 6.2
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket 0.6 mi 7.3
Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket 0.7 mi 5.2
Potter-Burns School Pawtucket 0.7 mi 5.0
Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket 0.9 mi 5.3
Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket 0.9 mi 4.2
Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket 0.9 mi 7.2
ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket 1.0 mi 6.3
DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket 1.1 mi
Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket 0.9 mi 7.3
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket 1.0 mi 4.4
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Attleboro 1.3 mi 5.6
Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket 1.4 mi 5.9
Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro 1.5 mi 5.1
ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket 1.5 mi 5.4
The Learning Community Central Falls 1.2 mi 6.1
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 1.4 mi 7.8
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 1.4 mi 4.9
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 1.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,044

Median Home Value

$285,200

Median Rent

$1,278/mo

Population

27,928

College Educated

20.3%

Homeownership

64.6%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Curvin-mccabe School

What grades does Curvin-mccabe School serve?

Curvin-mccabe School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Curvin-mccabe School?

Curvin-mccabe School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Curvin-mccabe School?

The student-teacher ratio at Curvin-mccabe School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Curvin-mccabe School rank in RI?

Curvin-mccabe School ranks #266 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Curvin-mccabe School's MySchoolScout rating?

Curvin-mccabe School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Curvin-mccabe School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Curvin-mccabe School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Curvin-mccabe School a charter school?

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

Is Curvin-mccabe School a Title I school?

No, Curvin-mccabe School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Curvin-mccabe School?

42.3% of students at Curvin-mccabe 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

Pawtucket
District Enrollment
7,887
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,420
District Rank
#14 of 16

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