Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods 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 13% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods's student population of 607 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods 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 Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is 0.52, which is less 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
#256 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
18%
9%
White
8%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Providence School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods's ranking?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is ranked #256 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 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods?
607 students attend Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods offer ?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods part of?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods located?
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 7 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.
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