Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George J. West El. School 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 18% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George J. West El. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George J. West El. School's student population of 533 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George J. West El. 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 George J. West El. School is 0.53, 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
#231 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
17%
9%
White
6%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George J. West El. School's ranking?
George J. West El. School is ranked #231 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend George J. West El. School?
533 students attend George J. West El. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of George J. West El. School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George J. West El. School?
George J. West El. School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does George J. West El. School offer ?
George J. West El. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George J. West El. School part of?
George J. West El. School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is George J. West El. School located?
George J. West El. School is located in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Mount Pleasant.
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