Average
#112 of 302 schools in RI
Top 37% in state
Emma G. Whiteknact School
Elementary School · East Providence
261 Grosvenor Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#112 of 302
In East Providence
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
East Providence
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Emma G. Whiteknact School
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About Emma G. Whiteknact School
Emma G. Whiteknact School is a public elementary school in East Providence, RI, part of East Providence. Emma G.
Whiteknact School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma G. Whiteknact School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #112 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Emma G. Whiteknact School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Emma G. Whiteknact School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Emma G. Whiteknact 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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Emma G. Whiteknact School — Students at Emma G. Whiteknact School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63%
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: 7.4/10.
How Emma G. Whiteknact School Compares
See how Emma G. Whiteknact School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
261 Grosvenor Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma G. Whiteknact School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orlo Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CROFT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Providence, see our East Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Edward Martin Middle East Providence | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Orlo Avenue School East Providence | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| East Providence High East Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Kent Heights School East Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GORDON SCHOOL East Providence | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Silver Spring School East Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY-BAY VIEW Riverside | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Rumford | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,838
Median Home Value
$309,600
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
Population
21,397
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Francis J. Varieur School Pawtucket, RI | 6.7 |
| Kent Heights School East Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| Austin T. Levy School Harrisville, RI | 6.6 |
| Hopkins Hill School Coventry, RI | 6.6 |
| North Scituate School North Scituate, RI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma G. Whiteknact School
What grades does Emma G. Whiteknact School serve?
Emma G. Whiteknact School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Emma G. Whiteknact School?
Emma G. Whiteknact School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma G. Whiteknact School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma G. Whiteknact School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emma G. Whiteknact School rank in RI?
Emma G. Whiteknact School ranks #112 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Emma G. Whiteknact School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma G. Whiteknact School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Emma G. Whiteknact School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma G. Whiteknact School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Emma G. Whiteknact School a charter school?
No, Emma G. Whiteknact School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emma G. Whiteknact School a Title I school?
No, Emma G. Whiteknact School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma G. Whiteknact School?
63.0% of students at Emma G. Whiteknact 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (401) 435-7828
Resources & Links
District
East Providence- District Enrollment
- 5,314
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,540
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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