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#146 of 302 schools in RI
Top 48% in state
George J. West El. School
Elementary School · Providence
145 Beaufort Street, Providence, RI 02908
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#146 of 302
In Providence
#22 of 58
public schools
In district
#13 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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George J. West El. School
Elementary School in Providence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About George J. West El. School
George J. West El. School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence.
George J. West El. School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
George J. West El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for George J. West El. School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at George J. West El. 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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George J. West El. School — Students at George J. West El. School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
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 George J. West El. School Compares
See how George J. West El. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
145 Beaufort Street, Providence, RI 02908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George J. West El. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank D. Spaziano Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PIUS V SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence | 0.1 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Achievement First Providence Providence | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Achievement First Envision Ele Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Paul Cuffee Middle School Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Asa Messer El. School Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| West Broadway Middle School Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Webster Avenue School Providence | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,341
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
39,661
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Claiborne Pell Elementary Newport, RI | 6.2 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket, RI | 6.2 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence, RI | 6.2 |
| Sherman School Warwick, RI | 6.2 |
| The Learning Community Central Falls, RI | 6.1 |
| Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls, RI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George J. West El. School
What grades does George J. West El. School serve?
George J. West El. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George J. West El. School?
George J. West El. School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George J. West El. School?
The student-teacher ratio at George J. West El. School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George J. West El. School rank in RI?
George J. West El. School ranks #146 of 302 schools in RI.
What is George J. West El. School's MySchoolScout rating?
George J. West El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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. West El. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George J. West El. School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George J. West El. School a charter school?
No, George J. West El. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George J. West El. School a Title I school?
No, George J. West El. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George J. West El. School?
89.3% of students at George J. West El. 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
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9337
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #13 of 37
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