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#22 of 302 schools in RI

Top 7% in state

Times2 Elementary School

Elementary School · Providence

50 Fillmore Street, Providence, RI 02908

Charter

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#22 of 302

In Providence

#1 of 58

public schools

In district

#1 of 37

Providence

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Times2 Elementary School

8.6/10

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

Times2 Middle/high School

6.5/10

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5.2/10

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About Times2 Elementary School

Times2 Elementary School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Times2 Elementary School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Times2 Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Times2 Elementary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.1
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Times2 Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

32% of students at Times2 Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.45 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)17% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,050
Chronic Absenteeism32.3%

Times2 Elementary School — Students at Times2 Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Times2 Elementary School Compares

See how Times2 Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in RI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

Location

50 Fillmore Street, Providence, RI 02908

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Times2 Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paul Cuffee Lower School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pleasant View School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST PIUS V SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Times2 Middle/High School Providence 0.0 mi 6.5
Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence 0.2 mi 5.2
ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence 0.4 mi 5.8
Nathanael Greene Middle Providence 0.5 mi 5.0
Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence 0.7 mi 8.1
Esek Hopkins Middle Providence 0.7 mi 4.4
THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence 0.9 mi 7.3
R.I. School for the Deaf Providence 0.9 mi 5.6
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence 0.8 mi 6.5
BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence 1.1 mi 8.2
Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence 1.1 mi 7.2
Urban Collaborative Program Providence 1.2 mi 5.1
RINI Middle College Providence 1.1 mi 6.5
Sheila Skip Nowell Providence 1.1 mi 6.3
Pleasant View School Providence 1.2 mi 7.5
YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence 1.1 mi
Veazie Street School Providence 1.1 mi 4.3
Charette Charter School Providence 1.2 mi 7.0
Martin Luther King El. School Providence 0.9 mi 5.5
Village Green Virtual Providence 1.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,341

Median Home Value

$293,800

Median Rent

$1,381/mo

Population

39,661

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Times2 Elementary School

What grades does Times2 Elementary School serve?

Times2 Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Times2 Elementary School?

Times2 Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Times2 Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Times2 Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Times2 Elementary School rank in RI?

Times2 Elementary School ranks #22 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Times2 Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Times2 Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Times2 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Times2 Elementary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Times2 Elementary School a charter school?

Yes, Times2 Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Times2 Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Times2 Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Times2 Elementary School?

68.4% of students at Times2 Elementary 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

District

Providence
District Enrollment
19,856
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,050
District Rank
#1 of 37

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