Very Good
#85 of 302 schools in RI
Top 28% in state
Vartan Gregorian El. School
Elementary School · Providence
455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI 02903
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#85 of 302
In Providence
#6 of 58
public schools
In district
#4 of 37
Providence
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Vartan Gregorian El. School
Elementary School in Providence · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vartan Gregorian El. School
Vartan Gregorian El. School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Vartan Gregorian El.
School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Vartan Gregorian El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Vartan Gregorian El. School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Vartan Gregorian El. School — Students at Vartan Gregorian El. School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
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: 7.3/10.
How Vartan Gregorian El. School Compares
See how Vartan Gregorian El. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vartan Gregorian El. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GRACE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CROFT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 1.0 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle Providence | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| OCEAN STATE MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| The Hope Academy Providence | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,987
Median Home Value
$365,600
Median Rent
$1,640/mo
Population
12,309
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
21.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket, RI | 7.3 |
| Aquidneck School Middletown, RI | 7.2 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland, RI | 7.2 |
| Dunn's Corners School Westerly, RI | 7.2 |
| George Hanaford School East Greenwich, RI | 7.2 |
| Silver Spring School East Providence, RI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vartan Gregorian El. School
What grades does Vartan Gregorian El. School serve?
Vartan Gregorian El. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Vartan Gregorian El. School?
Vartan Gregorian El. School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vartan Gregorian El. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vartan Gregorian El. School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vartan Gregorian El. School rank in RI?
Vartan Gregorian El. School ranks #85 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Vartan Gregorian El. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vartan Gregorian El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Vartan Gregorian El. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vartan Gregorian El. School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vartan Gregorian El. School a charter school?
No, Vartan Gregorian El. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vartan Gregorian El. School a Title I school?
No, Vartan Gregorian El. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vartan Gregorian El. School?
44.4% of students at Vartan Gregorian El. 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9377
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #4 of 37
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