George J. West El. School

502 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
George J. West Elementary School, located on Beaufort Street in Providence, Rhode Island, serves as a neighborhood hub for early childhood and elementary education. As part of the Providence Public School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a diverse and inclusive school community. The school typically serves students from kindergarten through grade five, aiming to prepare them for middle school success through a standards-based curriculum and active parent-teacher collaboration.

Beyond its core academic offerings, George J. West Elementary strives to address the unique needs of its urban student population by integrating resources that support holistic growth. The school prioritizes creating a safe, engaging, and welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their potential. By focusing on both rigorous instruction and the social well-being of its students, George J. West plays a vital role in the Providence community, helping young learners build a strong educational foundation for their future academic careers.
502
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George J. West El. School
Demographic Student Count
White35
Hispanic345
Black79
Asian4
Two or More32
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    345 (68.7%)
  • Black
    79 (15.7%)
  • White
    35 (7.0%)
  • Two or More
    32 (6.4%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.0%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Providence
Phone: (401)456-9337
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 502
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 417
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 69
Grade 1 64
Grade 2 65
Grade 3 93
Grade 4 93
Grade 5 118

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George J. West El. School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten69
Grade 164
Grade 265
Grade 393
Grade 493
Grade 5118
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George J. West El. School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22745.2%
Male27554.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)