Below Average
#267 of 302 schools in RI
Veazie Street School
Elementary School · Providence
211 Veazie Street, Providence, RI 02904
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#267 of 302
In Providence
#53 of 58
public schools
In district
#36 of 37
Providence
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Veazie Street School
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About Veazie Street School
Veazie Street School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Veazie Street School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Veazie Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Veazie Street School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Veazie Street 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
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Veazie Street School — Students at Veazie Street School score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 4.4/10.
How Veazie Street School Compares
See how Veazie Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
211 Veazie Street, Providence, RI 02904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veazie Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Times2 Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Cuffee Lower School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant View School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Pleasant View School Providence | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Stephen Olney School North Providence | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Birchwood Middle School North Providence | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
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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|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland, RI | 4.3 |
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket, RI | 4.3 |
| James L. McGuire School North Providence, RI | 4.3 |
| Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket, RI | 4.3 |
| Western Coventry School Coventry, RI | 4.3 |
| Wakefield Hills El. School West Warwick, RI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veazie Street School
What grades does Veazie Street School serve?
Veazie Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Veazie Street School?
Veazie Street School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veazie Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Veazie Street School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Veazie Street School rank in RI?
Veazie Street School ranks #267 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Veazie Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Veazie Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Veazie Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Veazie Street School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Veazie Street School a charter school?
No, Veazie Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Veazie Street School a Title I school?
No, Veazie Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veazie Street School?
79.5% of students at Veazie Street 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.7%
- Phone
- (401) 453-8601
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #36 of 37
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