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#219 of 302 schools in RI
Harry Kizirian Elementary
Elementary School · Providence
60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI 02908
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#219 of 302
In Providence
#39 of 58
public schools
In district
#25 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Harry Kizirian Elementary
Elementary School in Providence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harry Kizirian Elementary
Harry Kizirian Elementary is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Harry Kizirian Elementary serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry Kizirian Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Harry Kizirian Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harry Kizirian Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
62% of students at Harry Kizirian Elementary 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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Harry Kizirian Elementary — Students at Harry Kizirian Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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: 7.1/10.
How Harry Kizirian Elementary Compares
See how Harry Kizirian Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI 02908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry Kizirian Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Times2 Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Cuffee Lower School (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 1.2 mi | — |
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 |
|---|---|
| Meadowbrook Farms School East Greenwich, RI | 5.2 |
| Achievement First Envision Ele Providence, RI | 5.3 |
| Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket, RI | 5.3 |
| Webster Avenue School Providence, RI | 5.3 |
| Winsor Hill School Johnston, RI | 5.3 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence, RI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry Kizirian Elementary
What grades does Harry Kizirian Elementary serve?
Harry Kizirian Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Harry Kizirian Elementary?
Harry Kizirian Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry Kizirian Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry Kizirian Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry Kizirian Elementary rank in RI?
Harry Kizirian Elementary ranks #219 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Harry Kizirian Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry Kizirian Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Harry Kizirian Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry Kizirian Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harry Kizirian Elementary a charter school?
No, Harry Kizirian Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry Kizirian Elementary a Title I school?
No, Harry Kizirian Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry Kizirian Elementary?
80.4% of students at Harry Kizirian Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9369
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #25 of 37
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