Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Curvin-mccabe 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curvin-mccabe School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Curvin-mccabe School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Curvin-mccabe 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 Curvin-mccabe 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
#164 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
23%
9%
White
23%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curvin-mccabe School's ranking?
Curvin-mccabe School is ranked #164 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Curvin-mccabe School?
353 students attend Curvin-mccabe School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Curvin-mccabe School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Curvin-mccabe School?
Curvin-mccabe School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Curvin-mccabe School offer ?
Curvin-mccabe School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Curvin-mccabe School part of?
Curvin-mccabe School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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