Cranston

Cranston is a suburban school district in Providence County, Rhode Island, serving 10,225 students across 24 schools. The district experienced a modest 0.3% enrollment decline from the prior year, suggesting relative stability in student population. With 797 teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, class sizes align closely with state norms.

Academically, Cranston's proficiency levels fall below state averages in both core subjects. Math proficiency stands at 25.2% compared to the state average of 33.2%, while reading proficiency is 34.8% versus the state average of 39.4%. Chronic absenteeism at 19.4% represents another area where performance diverges from typical state metrics.

Financially, Cranston operates with a total budget of $191.4 million but allocates $18,721 per pupil, approximately 16% below the state average of $22,238. The district's revenue model relies heavily on local sources, which comprise 50.3% of funding, while state contributions account for 42.1% and federal funding represents 7.6%. This funding distribution pattern indicates a significant dependence on local property taxes relative to state support.

The district's school structure includes 15 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools, providing a conventional K-12 configuration for the suburban community it serves.