Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potter-burns School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potter-burns School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Potter-burns School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Potter-burns School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potter-burns School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
15%
9%
White
35%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potter-burns School's ranking?
Potter-burns School is ranked #166 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Potter-burns School often compared to?
Potter-burns Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallon Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Potter-burns School?
430 students attend Potter-burns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Potter-burns School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potter-burns School?
Potter-burns School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Potter-burns School offer ?
Potter-burns School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potter-burns School part of?
Potter-burns School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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