Excellent
#43 of 302 schools in RI
Top 14% in state
Garden City School
Elementary School · Cranston
70 Plantation Drive, Cranston, RI 02920
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#43 of 302
In Cranston
#1 of 24
public schools
In district
#1 of 22
Cranston
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden City School
Garden City School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Garden City School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.4
- RI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Garden City School — Students at Garden City School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
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: 7.3/10.
How Garden City School Compares
See how Garden City School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 Plantation Drive, Cranston, RI 02920
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Warwick), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Park School Cranston | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodridge School Cranston | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Glen Hills School Cranston | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER Warwick | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cranston High School East Cranston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Apprenticeship Exploration Sch Cranston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Cranston High School West Cranston | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Norwood School Warwick | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Stadium School Cranston | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| W. R. Dutemple School Cranston | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| George J. Peters School Cranston | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Arlington School Cranston | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Oak Lawn School Cranston | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Gladstone Street School Cranston | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Park View Middle School Cranston | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,246
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
36,332
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashton School Cumberland, RI | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Central Elem. Lincoln, RI | 7.9 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford, RI | 7.9 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence, RI | 8.1 |
| B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland, RI | 7.7 |
| Raymond LaPerche School Smithfield, RI | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City School
What grades does Garden City School serve?
Garden City School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garden City School?
Garden City School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City School rank in RI?
Garden City School ranks #43 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Garden City School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Garden City School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garden City School a charter school?
No, Garden City School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City School a Title I school?
No, Garden City School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City School?
42.4% of students at Garden City 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.9%
- Phone
- (401) 270-8073
Resources & Links
District
Cranston- District Enrollment
- 10,126
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,253
- District Rank
- #1 of 22
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