Below Average
#265 of 302 schools in RI
James L. Mcguire School
Elementary School · North Providence
55 Central Avenue North Providence RI 02911, North Providence, RI 02911
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#265 of 302
In North Providence
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
North Providence
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James L. Mcguire School
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About James L. Mcguire School
James L. Mcguire School is a public elementary school in North Providence, RI, part of North Providence. James L.
Mcguire School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James L. Mcguire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for James L. Mcguire School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at James L. Mcguire 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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James L. Mcguire School — Students at James L. Mcguire School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
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: 5.2/10.
How James L. Mcguire School Compares
See how James L. Mcguire School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Central Avenue North Providence RI 02911, North Providence, RI 02911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James L. Mcguire School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greystone School (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert F. Kennedy El. School (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George J. West El. School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Providence, see our North Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence | 0.3 mi | — |
| Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| North Providence High North Providence | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Centredale School North Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Stephen Olney School North Providence | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Greystone School North Providence | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Birchwood Middle School North Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Sarah Dyer Barnes School Johnston | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Graniteville School Johnston | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence | 1.8 mi | — |
| George J. West El. School Providence | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,803
Median Home Value
$319,300
Median Rent
$1,480/mo
Population
14,963
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
41.2
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|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland, RI | 4.3 |
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket, RI | 4.3 |
| Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket, RI | 4.3 |
| Steere Farm Elementary School Pascoag, RI | 4.3 |
| Veazie Street School Providence, RI | 4.3 |
| Western Coventry School Coventry, RI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James L. Mcguire School
What grades does James L. Mcguire School serve?
James L. Mcguire School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend James L. Mcguire School?
James L. Mcguire School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James L. Mcguire School?
The student-teacher ratio at James L. Mcguire School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James L. Mcguire School rank in RI?
James L. Mcguire School ranks #265 of 302 schools in RI.
What is James L. Mcguire School's MySchoolScout rating?
James L. Mcguire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 James L. Mcguire School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James L. Mcguire School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is James L. Mcguire School a charter school?
No, James L. Mcguire School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James L. Mcguire School a Title I school?
No, James L. Mcguire School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James L. Mcguire School?
37.7% of students at James L. Mcguire 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
- 403
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (401) 233-1135
Resources & Links
District
North Providence- District Enrollment
- 3,543
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,022
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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