Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emma G. Whiteknact 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma G. Whiteknact School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emma G. Whiteknact School's student population of 216 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma G. Whiteknact 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 Emma G. Whiteknact School is 0.70, 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
#158 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
31%
Black
17%
9%
White
44%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma G. Whiteknact School's ranking?
Emma G. Whiteknact School is ranked #158 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Emma G. Whiteknact School often compared to?
Emma G. Whiteknact Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert F. Kennedy El. School, Alfred Lima Sr. El School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Emma G. Whiteknact School?
216 students attend Emma G. Whiteknact School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Emma G. Whiteknact School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma G. Whiteknact School?
Emma G. Whiteknact School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emma G. Whiteknact School offer ?
Emma G. Whiteknact School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma G. Whiteknact School part of?
Emma G. Whiteknact School is part of East Providence School District.
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