Average
#150 of 302 schools in RI
Top 49% in state
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus
Elementary School · Woonsocket
250 Winthrop Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#150 of 302
In Woonsocket
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Woonsocket
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pothier-citizens Elem Campus
Elementary School in Woonsocket · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pothier-citizens Elem Campus
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus is a public elementary school in Woonsocket, RI, part of Woonsocket. Pothier-citizens Elem Campus serves approximately 799 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pothier-citizens Elem Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Pothier-citizens Elem Campus show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 3.9
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus 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.
45% of students at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus 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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Pothier-citizens Elem Campus — Students at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Pothier-citizens Elem Campus Compares
See how Pothier-citizens Elem Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 Winthrop Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pothier-citizens Elem Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), with a very similar rating. Another option is GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Woonsocket, see our Woonsocket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Woonsocket High School Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Founders Academy Woonsocket | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BEACON Charter School Woonsocket | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Harris School Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | — |
| ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | — |
| Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Frederick W. Hartnett Middle School Blackstone | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Globe Park School Woonsocket | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Claiborne Pell Elementary Newport, RI | 6.2 |
| George J. West El. School Providence, RI | 6.2 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket, RI | 6.2 |
| The Learning Community Central Falls, RI | 6.1 |
| Waddington School Riverside, RI | 6.0 |
| Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket, RI | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pothier-citizens Elem Campus
What grades does Pothier-citizens Elem Campus serve?
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pothier-citizens Elem Campus?
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus has an enrollment of approximately 799 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pothier-citizens Elem Campus rank in RI?
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus ranks #150 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Pothier-citizens Elem Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Pothier-citizens Elem Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Pothier-citizens Elem Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pothier-citizens Elem Campus has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Pothier-citizens Elem Campus a charter school?
No, Pothier-citizens Elem Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pothier-citizens Elem Campus a Title I school?
No, Pothier-citizens Elem Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pothier-citizens Elem Campus?
53.6% of students at Pothier-citizens Elem Campus 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
- 799
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (401) 767-4850
Resources & Links
District
Woonsocket- District Enrollment
- 5,574
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,344
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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