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#280 of 302 schools in RI

Gladstone Street School

Elementary School · Cranston

50 Gladstone Street, Cranston, RI 02920

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#280 of 302

In Cranston

#22 of 24

public schools

In district

#21 of 22

Cranston

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Gladstone Street School

4.0/10

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

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3.0/10

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3.0/10

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About Gladstone Street School

Gladstone Street School is a public elementary school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Gladstone Street School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gladstone Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Gladstone Street School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Gladstone Street 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism43.1%

Gladstone Street School — Students at Gladstone Street School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.5% (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
59%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
9%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Gladstone Street School Compares

See how Gladstone Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in RI
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.1%

Location

50 Gladstone Street, Cranston, RI 02920

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gladstone Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stadium School (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank D. Spaziano Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Arlington School Cranston 0.4 mi 3.0
Achievement First Iluminar Cranston 0.4 mi 3.0
AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston 0.4 mi 6.4
Achievement First Providence H Providence 0.7 mi 4.5
Stadium School Cranston 0.7 mi 7.1
Webster Avenue School Providence 0.8 mi 5.3
Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston 0.8 mi 4.1
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston 1.0 mi 6.4
Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston 1.1 mi 5.5
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence 1.2 mi 6.9
Achievement First Providence Providence 1.3 mi 3.5
AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence 1.3 mi 3.4
Achievement First Envision Ele Providence 1.3 mi 5.3
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence 1.1 mi 4.8
Leviton Dual Language School Providence 1.1 mi 4.9
Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence 1.1 mi 5.0
Cranston High School East Cranston 1.4 mi 6.1
Asa Messer El. School Providence 1.4 mi 5.6
Achievement First Promesa Providence 1.2 mi 3.8
Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence 1.5 mi 5.0

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
Robertson School Warwick, RI 4.0
Blackstone Valley Prep Element Cumberland, RI 4.1
Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence, RI 4.1
W. R. Dutemple School Cranston, RI 4.1
Achievement First Promesa Providence, RI 3.8
International Charter School Pawtucket, RI 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gladstone Street School

What grades does Gladstone Street School serve?

Gladstone Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gladstone Street School?

Gladstone Street School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gladstone Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gladstone Street School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gladstone Street School rank in RI?

Gladstone Street School ranks #280 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Gladstone Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gladstone Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Gladstone Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gladstone Street School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gladstone Street School a charter school?

No, Gladstone Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gladstone Street School a Title I school?

No, Gladstone Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gladstone Street School?

76.9% of students at Gladstone Street 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
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.1%

District

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

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