Very Good
#11 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 15% of private schools
Gordon School
Elementary School
45 MAXFIELD AVE, East Providence, RI 02914
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#11 of 65
In East Providence
#1 of 4
public schools
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Gordon School
Elementary School in East Providence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gordon School
Gordon School is a private elementary school in East Providence, RI. Gordon School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Gordon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gordon School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gordon School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in East Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gordon School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Silver Spring School | 7.2 |
| Edward Martin Middle | 4.7 |
| Kent Heights School | 6.7 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School | 6.3 |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School | 6.7 |
| Orlo Avenue School | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in RI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in RI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
45 MAXFIELD AVE, East Providence, RI 02914
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gordon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GRACE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orlo Avenue School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CROFT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Providence, see our East Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Spring School East Providence | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Edward Martin Middle East Providence | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Kent Heights School East Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY-BAY VIEW Riverside | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PROVIDENCE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL East Providence | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Orlo Avenue School East Providence | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| East Providence High East Providence | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Edgewood Highland Cranston | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| The Hope Academy Providence | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Riverside Middle School Riverside | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| 360 High School Providence | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,838
Median Home Value
$309,600
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
Population
21,397
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frenchtown School East Greenwich, RI | 7.6 |
| Melville School Portsmouth, RI | 7.6 |
| Greystone School North Providence, RI | 7.5 |
| Pleasant View School Providence, RI | 7.5 |
| Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton, RI | 7.5 |
| B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland, RI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gordon School
What grades does Gordon School serve?
Gordon School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gordon School?
Gordon School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gordon School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gordon School rank in RI?
Gordon School ranks #11 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is Gordon School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gordon School a private school?
Yes, Gordon School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gordon School a religious school?
No, Gordon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 434-3833
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