Below Average
#279 of 302 schools in RI
Joseph A. Whelan School
Elementary School · North Providence
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#279 of 302
In North Providence
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
North Providence
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Joseph A. Whelan School
Elementary School in North Providence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph A. Whelan School
Joseph A. Whelan School is a public elementary school in North Providence, RI, part of North Providence. Joseph A.
Whelan School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph A. Whelan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph A. Whelan School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- RI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Joseph A. Whelan School — Students at Joseph A. Whelan School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
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: 2.5/10.
How Joseph A. Whelan School Compares
See how Joseph A. Whelan School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph A. Whelan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant View School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PIUS V SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert F. Kennedy El. School (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 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 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Middle School North Providence | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Stephen Olney School North Providence | 0.6 mi | 2.6 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| North Providence High North Providence | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Pleasant View School Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| James L. McGuire School North Providence | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence | 1.6 mi | — |
| Nathanael Greene School Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E Lincoln | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,637
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
32,462
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley Prep Element Cumberland, RI | 4.1 |
| MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield, RI | 4.1 |
| W. R. Dutemple School Cranston, RI | 4.1 |
| Robertson School Warwick, RI | 4.0 |
| Norwood School Warwick, RI | 4.2 |
| William Callahan School Harrisville, RI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph A. Whelan School
What grades does Joseph A. Whelan School serve?
Joseph A. Whelan School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph A. Whelan School?
Joseph A. Whelan School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph A. Whelan School rank in RI?
Joseph A. Whelan School ranks #279 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Joseph A. Whelan School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph A. Whelan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Joseph A. Whelan School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph A. Whelan School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Joseph A. Whelan School a charter school?
No, Joseph A. Whelan School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph A. Whelan School a Title I school?
No, Joseph A. Whelan School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph A. Whelan School?
42.9% of students at Joseph A. Whelan 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
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.3%
- Phone
- (401) 233-1180
Resources & Links
District
North Providence- District Enrollment
- 3,543
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,022
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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