Below Average
#269 of 302 schools in RI
Kevin K. Coleman School
Elementary School · Woonsocket
96 Second Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#269 of 302
In Woonsocket
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Woonsocket
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Kevin K. Coleman School
Elementary School in Woonsocket · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kevin K. Coleman School
Kevin K. Coleman School is a public elementary school in Woonsocket, RI, part of Woonsocket. Kevin K.
Coleman School serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kevin K. Coleman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #269 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Kevin K. Coleman School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kevin K. Coleman School 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.
54% of students at Kevin K. Coleman 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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Kevin K. Coleman School — Students at Kevin K. Coleman School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.7%
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: 6.3/10.
How Kevin K. Coleman School Compares
See how Kevin K. Coleman School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
96 Second Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kevin K. Coleman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A F Maloney (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Blackstone), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Blackstone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woonsocket, see our Woonsocket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Globe Park School Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | — |
| ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | — |
| Harris School Woonsocket | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| BEACON Charter School Woonsocket | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Founders Academy Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Blackstone | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| A F Maloney Blackstone | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary Blackstone | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Woonsocket High School Woonsocket | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| North Smitfield HS North Smithfield | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,579
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,116/mo
Population
43,081
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket, RI | 4.3 |
| Steere Farm Elementary School Pascoag, RI | 4.3 |
| Western Coventry School Coventry, RI | 4.3 |
| Norwood School Warwick, RI | 4.2 |
| William Callahan School Harrisville, RI | 4.2 |
| Saylesville Elementary Lincoln, RI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kevin K. Coleman School
What grades does Kevin K. Coleman School serve?
Kevin K. Coleman School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kevin K. Coleman School?
Kevin K. Coleman School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kevin K. Coleman School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kevin K. Coleman School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kevin K. Coleman School rank in RI?
Kevin K. Coleman School ranks #269 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Kevin K. Coleman School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kevin K. Coleman 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 Kevin K. Coleman School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kevin K. Coleman School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kevin K. Coleman School a charter school?
No, Kevin K. Coleman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kevin K. Coleman School a Title I school?
No, Kevin K. Coleman School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kevin K. Coleman School?
48.7% of students at Kevin K. Coleman 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
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.1%
- Phone
- (401) 767-4859
Resources & Links
District
Woonsocket- District Enrollment
- 5,574
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,344
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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