The Providence Public School Department is the administrative force behind the primary public school district of Providence, Rhode Island. As of July 2022, it serves about 21,700 students in pre-K through 12th grade. It has 21 elementary schools, seven middle schools and nine high schools, along with two public charter schools.[3]
| Providence Public School District | |
|---|---|
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| Location | |
797 Westminster St
United StatesProvidence, RI 02903 | |
| Coordinates | 41°49′05″N 71°25′17″W / 41.818061°N 71.421433°W |
| District information | |
| Type | Public |
| Motto | Opening doors to our children's futures |
| Grades | K-12 |
| Established | 1977 |
| Superintendent | Javier Montañez |
| Schools | 43 schools, 2 annexes and 2 charter schools, 2 transitions[citation needed] |
| NCES District ID | 4400900[1] |
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 24,454 [2] |
| Teachers | 1954 |
| Staff | 258 |
| Student–teacher ratio | 27:1 |
| Other information | |
| Website | providenceschools.org |
The Providence Public School District includes magnet schools at the middle and high school level, Nathanael Greene and Classical respectively. There are two separate centers for students with special needs.[4] Two public charter schools, Time Squared Academy High School (K–12) and Textron Chamber of Commerce (9–12), are funded by GTECH Corporation and Textron respectively.[5] Overall, the public high school graduation rate as of 2019[update] is 74%,[6] which is below the statewide rate of 84%[7] and the national average of 87%.[8]
Providence Public Schools rank third when compared to public schools in New England. Worcester Public and Boston Public are ranked 1st and 2nd.[citation needed]
Vision and mission
editVision
The Providence Public School District will be a national leader in educating urban youth.
Mission
The Providence Public School District will prepare all students to succeed in the nation’s colleges and universities, and in their chosen professions.
History
editProvidence civic leader John Howland established a system of free public education by means of the School Act in 1828. During the 1830s and 1840s, that system grew and prospered, especially in Providence, owing to the exertions of Samuel Bridgham, Nathan Bishop, and Thomas Wilson Dorr. Education specialist Henry Barnard was recruited as the first state commissioner of education until 1849, with the aim of bringing the other towns to the high educational level which had been achieved by Providence. Barnard observed that "the city of Providence has already gained to itself an extended reputation and made itself a bright example to many other cities."
List of schools
edit
Elementary schools
editAs of the 2022-2023 school year
- Bailey
- Carnevale
- D’Abate
- Feinstein at Broad Street
- Feinstein at Sackett Street
- Fogarty
- Fortes
- Frank Spaziano & Annex
- Gregorian
- Kennedy
- King
- Kizirian
- Lauro
- Lima
- Lima Annex
- Messer
- Pleasant View
- Reservoir
- Veazie
- Webster
- West
- Young & Woods
Middle schools
editAs of the 2022–2023 school year
- Delsesto
- Esek Hopkins
- Gibert Stuart
- Nathan Bishop
- Nathanael Greene
- Roger Willams
- West Broadway
High schools
editAs of the 2022-2023 school year
- 360 High School
- Classical
- Central
- E-Cubed Academy
- Hope
- Mount Pleasant
- Juanita Sanchez Complex
- Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School
- Providence Career Tech Academy
Charter schools
edit- Textron Chamber of Commerce Providence Public Charter School
- The Times2 Academy
- Highlander Charter School
- Paul Cuffee Charter School
- Achievement First
Centers servicing students with significant disabilities
edit- Harold A. Birch Vocational Program
- Hope High School Special Education
Former schools
edit- Brigham
- St. Charles Vocational Program
- Windmill Street School
Transition Programs
editSpecial Education Students are 18-25 ages students some are disabilities on IEP/504 Plan
- Providence Autism School to Tomorrow Academy (PASTTA)
- Providence Transition Academy
Student achievement
editNot Making Adequate Yearly Progress
editAccording to the 2010–2011 AYP Summary Reports 50% of schools in the district are making Adequate Yearly Progress.[9] The district received the AYP Status of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress for Elementary, Middle, and High Schools.
NECAP results
editThis article needs to be updated. (June 2023) |
District NECAP results for 2015–16 were significantly below state averages.[9]
| Subject | School year | Percent proficient district | Percent proficient state |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Grade Math | 2015–16 | 33% | 56% |
| 3rd Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 47% | 69% |
| 4th Grade Math | 2013–14 | 39% | 63% |
| 4th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 53% | 70% |
| 4th Grade Science | 2015–16 | 17% | 41% |
| 5th Grade Math | 2013–14 | 38% | 61% |
| 5th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 52% | 74% |
| 5th Grade Writing | 2015–16 | 44% | 64% |
| 6th Grade Math | 2013–14 | 31% | 59% |
| 6th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 45% | 72% |
| 7th Grade Math | 2013–14 | 34% | 59% |
| 7th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 39% | 69% |
| 8th Grade Math | 2013–14 | 34% | 57% |
| 8th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 48% | 74% |
| 8th Grade Writing | 2013–14 | 32% | 56% |
| 8th Grade Science | 2015–16 | 9% | 30% |
| 11th Grade Math | 2016–17 | 30% | 0% |
| 11th Grade Reading | 2013–14 | 61% | 81% |
| 11th Grade Writing | 2013–14 | 48% | 66% |
| 11th Grade Science | 2012–13 | 9% | 30% |
Graduation rates
editThis article needs to be updated. (June 2023) |
Four-year graduation rate (students entering grade 9 in 2009–2010)[9] (as reported by the Rhode Island Department of Education)
| - | Year | District | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percent graduated within 4 Years | 2012–13 | 71.4% | 79.7% |
| Percent dropped out | 2012–13 | 15.0% | 9.1% |
| Percent received GED | 2012–13 | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Percent still in school | 2012–13 | 11.4% | 8.3% |
Five-year graduation rate (students entering grade 9 in 2008–2009)[9] (as reported by the Rhode Island Department of Education)
| Graduation rates | District | State |
|---|---|---|
| Percent graduated within 4 years | 65.5% | 77.3% |
| Percent graduated in 5 years | 5.1% | 3.6% |
| Percent graduated within 5 years | 70.6% | 80.9% |
Historic graduation rate data[citation needed] (as reported by the district)
| School year | Graduation rate |
|---|---|
| 2005–06 | 71.01% |
| 2004–05 | 72.98% |
| 2003–04 | 65.60% |
| 2002–03 | 65.70% |
Population
editThis article needs to be updated. (June 2023) |
2010–2011 school year
editDistrict data from 2010–2011 school year[10]
Demographics
edit- 14,715 or 63% Hispanic
- 4,521 or 19% Black
- 2,175 or 9% White
- 1,237 or 5% Asian
- 676 or 3% Multi-racial
- 215 or 1% Native American
Free and reduced lunches
edit- Elementary: 82% free, 6% reduced, 4% paid
- Middle: 83% free, 6% reduced, 5% paid
- High: 74% free, 8% reduced, 7% paid
- Transition: 74% free, 8% reduced, 10% paid
Universal Free Lunch Program in all middle and high schools.
Special populations
editSpecial Education
As of June 2022, 4,615 students in the district, ages 3–25, were identified as having disabilities.
Language programs
| Program | Percent enrolled | Students | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESL students | 53% | 2,084 | ||||
| Bilingual students | 37% | 1,455 | ||||
| Eligible not enrolled (ENE) | 9% | 362 | ||||
| Dual language (included in bilingual totals) | 3% | 132 | ||||
| Inclusion Regular (General Education IEP) | 10% | 1,000 | Total in program | 100% | 10,000 |
994 (19%) - Exited students being monitored
5,344 - Total with monitoring & ENE
Staff: 3,242
edit| Number | Percentage | Staff position |
|---|---|---|
| 1,895 | 59% | Teachers |
| 855 | 23% | Aides, bus monitors, crossing guards |
| 224 | 7% | Clerical support |
| 222 | 7% | Other |
| 76 | 2% | School administrators |
| 33 | 1% | Certified personnel |
| 33 | 1% | Non-certified support personnel |
Teacher and administrator demographics from 2005–06
editTeaching staff demographics
edit- 82% White
- 7.6% Black
- 8.8% Hispanic
- 1.2% Asian / Pacific Islander
- 0.4% American Indian
- 27% Male | 73% Female
Administrator demographics
edit- 62% White
- 24% Black
- 12% Hispanic
- 2% Asian / Pacific Islander
- 0% American Indian
- 48% Male | 52% Female
Population changes over time
edit| Date | Student population |
|---|---|
| 2018 October | 23,955 |
| 2017 October | 24,075 |
| 2016 October | 23,983 |
| 2015 October | 23,867 |
| 2014 October | 23,907 |
| 2013 October | 23,827 |
Changes in demographics
edit| Date | Hispanic | Black | White | Asian | Multi-racial | Native American |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2014 | 64.3% | 17.5% | 8.72% | 4.99% | 3.11% | 0.86% |
| February 2011 | 63% | 19% | 9% | 5% | 3% | 1% |
| March 2009 | 59% | 22% | 12% | 6% | N/A | 1% |
| January 2007 | 59% | 22% | 12% | 6% | N/A | 1% |
| January 2006 | 58% | 22% | 13% | 6.3% | N/A | 0.7% |
Finances
editBus Budget
editFY 22-23 Bus Budget: $335.5M [10]
Budget
editFY 19-20 Budget: $395,628,201[10]
Per-pupil spending
editFY 17-18 spending per pupil: $15,305[10]
References
edit- ^ "Search for Public School Districts – District Detail for Providence". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved September 22, 2018.
- ^ "Totals By Grade for all Public" (PDF). Providence Public School District. Retrieved July 20, 2015.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "General District Information/Who We Are". PPSD Office of Communications. Retrieved June 20, 2023.
- ^ "About the Student Body". Providence Schools. Archived from the original on February 4, 2005. Retrieved June 10, 2007.
- ^ "The Providence Public School District at a Glance" (PDF). Providenceschools.org. Archived from the original (PDF) on November 28, 2007. Retrieved June 11, 2007.
- ^ "Selected statistics on enrollment, staff, and graduates in public school districts enrolling more than 15,000 students in 2020: Selected years, 1990 through 2020". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved June 19, 2023.
- ^ "Fast Facts - High school graduation rates". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved June 19, 2023.
- ^ "Table 219.10. High school graduates, by sex and control of school; public high school averaged freshman graduation rate (AFGR); and total graduates as a ratio of 17-year-old population: Selected years, 1869-70 through 2029-30". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved June 19, 2023.
- ^ a b c d "InfoWorks! Rhode Island - Providence District". Rhode Island Department of Education. Retrieved July 2, 2012.
- ^ a b c d "PPSD Fact Sheet 2010–2011" (PDF). PPSD Office of Communications. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 15, 2012. Retrieved July 1, 2012.
- ^ "Summary District Report 2018-19". Rhode Island Department of Education. Retrieved July 9, 2019.
External links
edit
- [1]
- Providence Public School District
- Johnson, Bailey. (2011, February 23). "Providence, RI School District: All Teachers Are Fired," CBS News
- Sardelli, Melissa, and Tim O'Coin. (2011, March 29). "Prov. Supt. Tom Brady stepping down: Will resign July 15," FoxProvidence.com.
- Guide to the Providence School Department records from the Rhode Island State Archives