Cranston

District Overview
Located at 845 Park Avenue in Cranston, Rhode Island, the Cranston Public School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant suburban community in the greater Providence-Warwick metropolitan area. Spanning 23 operational schools, the district provides a seamless educational pipeline from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade for more than 10,000 students. As a cornerstone of the local community, the district offers a welcoming, well-rounded learning environment designed to support student growth across all developmental stages, from early childhood foundational skills to college and career readiness in high school.

To ensure academic quality and individualized student support, the district employs a robust workforce of nearly 3,200 full-time equivalent staff members. This team features approximately 1,590 full-time teachers, supported by 216 instructional aides and over 1,300 specialized support personnel. This generous staffing structure allows the district to foster strong classroom relationships, provide targeted intervention, and maintain comprehensive educational resources across all its campuses. For families, students, and educational researchers alike, Cranston Public Schools represents a dynamic suburban school system dedicated to community-centered public education.
23
Total Schools
10,037
Total Students
1,590.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cranston
Demographic Student Count
White4,266
Hispanic3,708
Black491
Asian835
Two or More623
American Indian75
Pacific Islander29
  • White
    4,266 (42.5%)
  • Hispanic
    3,708 (37.0%)
  • Asian
    835 (8.3%)
  • Two or More
    623 (6.2%)
  • Black
    491 (4.9%)
  • American Indian
    75 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    29 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Cranston
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary15
Middle4
High4
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:1 Charter School
Number of schools:23
Students:10,037*
Teachers (FTE):1,590.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.3
Schools in Cranston
Found 24 Schools