Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 51% 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: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus's student population of 669 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus 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 Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
10%
9%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus's ranking?
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus is ranked #273 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus?
669 students attend Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus?
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus offer ?
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus part of?
Pothier-citizens Elementary Campus is part of Woonsocket School District.
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