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Stephen Olney School

Elementary School · North Providence

1378 Douglas Avenue North Providence RI 02904, North Providence, RI 02904

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

2.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#301 of 302

In North Providence

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

North Providence

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Stephen Olney School

2.6/10

Elementary School in North Providence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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About Stephen Olney School

Stephen Olney School is a public elementary school in North Providence, RI, part of North Providence. Stephen Olney School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stephen Olney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Stephen Olney School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,022
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Stephen Olney School — Students at Stephen Olney School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
15%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Stephen Olney School Compares

See how Stephen Olney School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in RI
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

1378 Douglas Avenue North Providence RI 02904, North Providence, RI 02904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stephen Olney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greystone School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), 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, 1.4 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
Birchwood Middle School North Providence 0.4 mi 7.8
North Providence High North Providence 0.4 mi 7.3
Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence 0.6 mi 4.1
James L. McGuire School North Providence 0.9 mi 4.3
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence 1.2 mi 5.9
GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence 1.1 mi
E-Cubed Academy Providence 1.1 mi 5.9
LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence 1.4 mi 3.6
Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence 1.4 mi 6.2
Veazie Street School Providence 1.2 mi 4.3
Mount Pleasant High Providence 1.6 mi 4.3
Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence 1.4 mi 6.5
Centredale School North Providence 1.3 mi 5.0
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence 1.7 mi 6.5
R.I. School for the Deaf Providence 1.5 mi 5.6
ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 1.9 mi 5.1
MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence 2.1 mi
Greystone School North Providence 1.6 mi 7.5
Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence 1.6 mi 6.5
THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence 1.7 mi 7.3

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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Achievement First Iluminar Cranston, RI 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stephen Olney School

What grades does Stephen Olney School serve?

Stephen Olney School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Stephen Olney School?

Stephen Olney School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stephen Olney School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stephen Olney School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stephen Olney School rank in RI?

Stephen Olney School ranks #301 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Stephen Olney School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stephen Olney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Stephen Olney School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stephen Olney School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stephen Olney School a charter school?

No, Stephen Olney School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stephen Olney School a Title I school?

No, Stephen Olney School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stephen Olney School?

31.9% of students at Stephen Olney 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

North Providence
District Enrollment
3,543
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,022
District Rank
#8 of 8

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