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#247 of 302 schools in RI

George J. Peters School

Elementary School · Cranston

15 Mayberry Street, Cranston, RI 02920

Enrollment

260

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#247 of 302

In Cranston

#19 of 24

public schools

In district

#18 of 22

Cranston

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George J. Peters School

4.6/10

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

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6.4/10

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About George J. Peters School

George J. Peters School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. George J.

Peters School serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George J. Peters School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for George J. Peters School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism30%

George J. Peters School — Students at George J. Peters School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (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
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
27%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How George J. Peters School Compares

See how George J. Peters School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in RI
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Location

15 Mayberry Street, Cranston, RI 02920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George J. Peters School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden City School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stone Hill School (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston 0.5 mi 6.4
Western Hills Middle School Cranston 0.6 mi 5.0
Cranston High School West Cranston 0.8 mi 7.4
MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston 0.9 mi
Stone Hill School Cranston 0.7 mi 6.6
Woodridge School Cranston 1.0 mi 5.1
Thornton School Johnston 1.1 mi 6.5
Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston 1.0 mi 4.1
Arlington School Cranston 1.1 mi 3.0
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Johnston 1.2 mi 6.3
Stadium School Cranston 1.3 mi 7.1
Gladstone Street School Cranston 1.5 mi 4.0
Glen Hills School Cranston 1.8 mi 5.5
Eden Park School Cranston 1.5 mi 5.0
Garden City School Cranston 1.8 mi 8.0
Achievement First Providence H Providence 1.9 mi 4.5
Achievement First Iluminar Cranston 1.8 mi 3.0
AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston 1.8 mi 6.4
Cranston High School East Cranston 1.7 mi 6.1
Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston 1.7 mi 5.5

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George J. Peters School

What grades does George J. Peters School serve?

George J. Peters School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George J. Peters School?

George J. Peters School has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George J. Peters School?

The student-teacher ratio at George J. Peters School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George J. Peters School rank in RI?

George J. Peters School ranks #247 of 302 schools in RI.

What is George J. Peters School's MySchoolScout rating?

George J. Peters School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 George J. Peters School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George J. Peters School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is George J. Peters School a charter school?

No, George J. Peters School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George J. Peters School a Title I school?

No, George J. Peters School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George J. Peters School?

59.6% of students at George J. Peters 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
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Cranston
District Enrollment
10,126
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,253
District Rank
#18 of 22

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