Very Good
#55 of 302 schools in RI
Top 18% in state
Raices Dual Language Academy
Elementary School · Central Falls
135 Hunt street, Central Falls, RI 02863
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#55 of 302
In Central Falls
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Central Falls
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Raices Dual Language Academy
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About Raices Dual Language Academy
Raices Dual Language Academy is a public elementary school in Central Falls, RI, part of Central Falls. Raices Dual Language Academy serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Raices Dual Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Raices Dual Language Academy show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Raices Dual Language Academy 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.
Score Breakdown
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Raices Dual Language Academy — Students at Raices Dual Language Academy score 2% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: -0%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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
↓ 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: 9.3/10.
How Raices Dual Language Academy Compares
See how Raices Dual Language Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Hunt street, Central Falls, RI 02863
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raices Dual Language Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. B.F. Norton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), with a very similar rating. Another option is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Segue Inst for Learning (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Central Falls, see our Central Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Learning Community Central Falls | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Calcutt Middle School Central Falls | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Central Falls Sr High Central Falls | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Ella Risk School Central Falls | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Joseph L. McCourt MS Cumberland | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Cunningham School Pawtucket | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Samuel Slater Middle School Pawtucket | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02863 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,921
Median Home Value
$300,500
Median Rent
$1,118/mo
Population
22,481
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
28.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colt Andrews School Bristol, RI | 7.8 |
| Scott School Warwick, RI | 7.7 |
| Sowams Elementary School Barrington, RI | 7.7 |
| Matunuck School Wakefield, RI | 7.9 |
| Early Childhood Center Johnston, RI | 8.0 |
| Frenchtown School East Greenwich, RI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raices Dual Language Academy
What grades does Raices Dual Language Academy serve?
Raices Dual Language Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Raices Dual Language Academy?
Raices Dual Language Academy has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raices Dual Language Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Raices Dual Language Academy is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raices Dual Language Academy rank in RI?
Raices Dual Language Academy ranks #55 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Raices Dual Language Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Raices Dual Language Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Raices Dual Language Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raices Dual Language Academy has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Raices Dual Language Academy a charter school?
No, Raices Dual Language Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raices Dual Language Academy a Title I school?
No, Raices Dual Language Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raices Dual Language Academy?
95.6% of students at Raices Dual Language Academy 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
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (401) 727-7733
Resources & Links
District
Central Falls- District Enrollment
- 2,539
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,315
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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