Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis J. Varieur School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis J. Varieur School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Francis J. Varieur School's student population of 237 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis J. Varieur School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis J. Varieur School is 0.73, 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
#83 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
24%
9%
White
32%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis J. Varieur School's ranking?
Francis J. Varieur School is ranked #83 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Francis J. Varieur School?
237 students attend Francis J. Varieur School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Francis J. Varieur School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% 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 Francis J. Varieur School?
Francis J. Varieur School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis J. Varieur School offer ?
Francis J. Varieur School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Francis J. Varieur School part of?
Francis J. Varieur School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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