Graniteville School

152 Students

Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K

School Overview

Graniteville School, located at 6 Collins Avenue in Johnston, Rhode Island, is a historic educational facility that served the local community for many years. Originally constructed in the late 19th century, the building is notable for its classic architectural style, which reflects the town's growth during the industrial era. It functioned as a primary school for generations of Johnston residents, serving as a focal point for the neighborhood’s academic and social life before eventually being decommissioned from its original purpose.

In more recent years, the former school building has transitioned into a community asset, currently serving as the home for the Johnston Senior Center. This repurposing has allowed the town to preserve the site's historical character while providing a dedicated space for seniors to engage in social activities, educational programs, and community services. As a landmark, the Graniteville School stands as a testament to Johnston’s history, maintaining its role as a vital hub for the community even as its primary function has evolved over time.

152

Total Students

10.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Graniteville School
Demographic	Student Count
White	77
Hispanic	52
Black	11
Asian	5
Two or More	7

White
77 (50.7%)
Hispanic
52 (34.2%)
Black
11 (7.2%)
Two or More
7 (4.6%)
Asian
5 (3.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Pre Kindergarten
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Johnston
Phone:	(401)231-8790
Grade Range:	Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students:	152
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	10.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	45
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 152