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Veterans Memorial Elementary

Elementary School · Central Falls

150 Fuller Avenue, Central Falls, RI 02863

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#153 of 302

In Central Falls

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Central Falls

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Veterans Memorial Elementary

6.1/10

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

Segue Inst for Learning

6.4/10

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5.9/10

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About Veterans Memorial Elementary

Veterans Memorial Elementary is a public elementary school in Central Falls, RI, part of Central Falls. Veterans Memorial Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Veterans Memorial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Veterans Memorial Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Veterans Memorial Elementary 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)0% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,315
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

Veterans Memorial Elementary — Students at Veterans Memorial Elementary score 8% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 0%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.0% (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
40%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Veterans Memorial Elementary Compares

See how Veterans Memorial Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
50th percentile in RI
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

Location

150 Fuller Avenue, Central Falls, RI 02863

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veterans Memorial Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is B.F. Norton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Central Falls, see our Central Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls 0.0 mi 6.4
Ella Risk School Central Falls 0.2 mi 5.9
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 0.2 mi 5.3
Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls 0.2 mi 4.7
G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls 0.3 mi 5.3
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 0.3 mi 4.9
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls 0.3 mi 7.5
The Learning Community Central Falls 0.5 mi 6.1
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 0.7 mi 7.8
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland 0.9 mi 7.2
Cunningham School Pawtucket 1.0 mi 4.5
Samuel Slater Middle School Pawtucket 1.0 mi 3.4
Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland 1.0 mi 8.3
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket 1.0 mi 4.4
Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland 1.2 mi 4.3
Saylesville Elementary Lincoln 1.0 mi 4.4
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E Lincoln 1.0 mi 4.2
B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland 1.4 mi 7.7
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 1.1 mi 6.2
International Charter School Pawtucket 1.5 mi 3.8

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veterans Memorial Elementary

What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary serve?

Veterans Memorial Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary?

Veterans Memorial Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Veterans Memorial Elementary 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 Veterans Memorial Elementary rank in RI?

Veterans Memorial Elementary ranks #153 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Veterans Memorial Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Veterans Memorial Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Veterans Memorial Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veterans Memorial Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Veterans Memorial Elementary a charter school?

No, Veterans Memorial Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Veterans Memorial Elementary a Title I school?

No, Veterans Memorial Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Veterans Memorial Elementary?

95.0% of students at Veterans Memorial Elementary 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
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

Central Falls
District Enrollment
2,539
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,315
District Rank
#2 of 7

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