District Overview
Situated in a large suburban setting within the greater Providence-Warwick metropolitan area, the North Providence school district serves as a central hub for public education in Rhode Island. Headquartered at 1820 Mineral Spring Avenue in North Providence, this fully operational, traditional school system encompasses eight campuses designed to meet the evolving academic and social needs of the local community. The district delivers a continuous, comprehensive educational pathway starting from pre-kindergarten and extending all the way through 12th grade, guiding young learners from early childhood enrichment through elementary, middle, and high school graduation.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district educates a vibrant student body of 3,488 pupils. To ensure high-quality instruction and a well-supported learning environment, North Providence operates with a substantial workforce totaling approximately 958 full-time equivalent staff members. This professional team includes 522 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, complemented by 49 instructional aides and 387 dedicated support personnel covering student services, administration, and facilities. By pairing a strong teacher presence with tailored support services, the district fosters an inclusive, well-resourced educational ecosystem for all its students.
8
Total Schools
3,488
Total Students
522.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Providence
Demographic Student Count
White1,612
Hispanic986
Black510
Asian136
Two or More226
American Indian11
Pacific Islander7
  • White
    1,612 (46.2%)
  • Hispanic
    986 (28.3%)
  • Black
    510 (14.6%)
  • Two or More
    226 (6.5%)
  • Asian
    136 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in North Providence
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle2
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:3,488*
Teachers (FTE):522.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.7
Schools in North Providence
Found 8 Schools