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#103 of 302 schools in RI

Top 34% in state

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School

Elementary School · Providence

85 Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#103 of 302

In Providence

#10 of 58

public schools

In district

#6 of 37

Providence

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Frank D. Spaziano Elem School

6.9/10

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

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About Frank D. Spaziano Elem School

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Frank D.

Spaziano Elem School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank D. Spaziano Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Frank D. Spaziano Elem School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,050
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School — Students at Frank D. Spaziano Elem School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.2% (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
27%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
15%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Compares

See how Frank D. Spaziano Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in RI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

Location

85 Laurel Hill Avenue, Providence, RI 02909

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank D. Spaziano Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is William D'Abate Elem. School (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, George J. West El. School (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Achievement First Providence Providence 0.1 mi 3.5
AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence 0.1 mi 3.4
Achievement First Envision Ele Providence 0.1 mi 5.3
Webster Avenue School Providence 0.5 mi 5.3
Achievement First Providence H Providence 0.6 mi 4.5
Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence 0.4 mi 5.0
Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence 0.5 mi 4.9
William D'Abate Elem. School Providence 0.6 mi 6.4
George J. West El. School Providence 1.1 mi 6.2
MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence 1.2 mi
Gladstone Street School Cranston 1.2 mi 4.0
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence 1.1 mi 6.7
Asa Messer El. School Providence 1.0 mi 5.6
Paul Cuffee Middle School Providence 1.0 mi 5.4
Achievement First Iluminar Cranston 1.3 mi 3.0
AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston 1.3 mi 6.4
Winsor Hill School Johnston 1.0 mi 5.3
West Broadway Middle School Providence 1.0 mi 6.5
Arlington School Cranston 1.5 mi 3.0
ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 1.6 mi 5.1

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

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Northern Lincoln Elem. Manville, RI 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frank D. Spaziano Elem School

What grades does Frank D. Spaziano Elem School serve?

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Frank D. Spaziano Elem School?

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank D. Spaziano Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frank D. Spaziano Elem School rank in RI?

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School ranks #103 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank D. Spaziano Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Frank D. Spaziano Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank D. Spaziano Elem School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School a charter school?

No, Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School a Title I school?

No, Frank D. Spaziano Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank D. Spaziano Elem School?

77.2% of students at Frank D. Spaziano Elem 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

District

Providence
District Enrollment
19,856
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,050
District Rank
#6 of 37

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