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#84 of 302 schools in RI

Top 28% in state

Flora S. Curtis School

Elementary School · Pawtucket

582 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#84 of 302

In Pawtucket

#1 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 16

Pawtucket

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Flora S. Curtis School

7.3/10

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About Flora S. Curtis School

Flora S. Curtis School is a public elementary school in Pawtucket, RI, part of Pawtucket. Flora S.

Curtis School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Flora S. Curtis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Flora S. Curtis School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,420
Chronic Absenteeism27.4%

Flora S. Curtis School — Students at Flora S. Curtis School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.9% (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
47%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
52%
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: 8.0/10.

How Flora S. Curtis School Compares

See how Flora S. Curtis School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in RI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

Location

582 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI 02861

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flora S. Curtis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hill-Roberts Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Attleboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket 0.4 mi 7.3
Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket 0.5 mi 5.5
Potter-Burns School Pawtucket 0.8 mi 5.0
Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket 0.8 mi 5.2
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Attleboro 1.0 mi 5.6
Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket 0.9 mi 4.3
DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket 1.3 mi
Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro 1.7 mi 7.3
ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket 1.8 mi 5.4
Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket 1.8 mi 5.9
Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro 1.6 mi 5.1
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 1.4 mi 6.2
Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket 1.7 mi 4.2
Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket 1.7 mi 7.2
Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket 1.7 mi 5.3
ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket 1.8 mi 6.3
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket 1.9 mi 4.4
Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk 2.4 mi 7.4
The Learning Community Central Falls 2.1 mi 6.1
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 2.2 mi 7.8

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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Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland, RI 7.2
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George Hanaford School East Greenwich, RI 7.2
Robert L. Bailey IV Providence, RI 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flora S. Curtis School

What grades does Flora S. Curtis School serve?

Flora S. Curtis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Flora S. Curtis School?

Flora S. Curtis School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flora S. Curtis School?

The student-teacher ratio at Flora S. Curtis School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flora S. Curtis School rank in RI?

Flora S. Curtis School ranks #84 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Flora S. Curtis School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flora S. Curtis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Flora S. Curtis School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flora S. Curtis School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Flora S. Curtis School a charter school?

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

Is Flora S. Curtis School a Title I school?

No, Flora S. Curtis School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flora S. Curtis School?

30.1% of students at Flora S. Curtis 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.4%

District

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

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