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Joseph A. Whelan School

1440 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904, United States

+1 (401) 233-1180

2.2

Overall Rating

Location

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Joseph A. Whelan School Overview

About This School

Joseph A. Whelan School is a public elementary in North Providence, Rhode Island, serving 252 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 27% in ELA and 17% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 19 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $76,057. Students are composed of 52% male and 48% female, with a demographic breakdown of 44% White, 26% Hispanic, 15% Black, 9% Two or More Races, and 3% Asian.

252

Total Students

K-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

19 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts27%

Mathematics17%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-5

County

Providence County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

Joseph A. Whelan School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

27%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 35%State Avg: 35%

17%

Mathematics

City Avg: 23%State Avg: 29%

N/A

Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.9:1

State Avg: 12.7:1

Students per Counselor

Joseph A. Whelan School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$76,057

City Avg: $76,057

State Avg: $86,345

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor:1

Joseph A. Whelan School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.59%

Male

48.41%

Female

Total Enrollment: 252 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White44.44%

Hispanic26.19%

Asian3.17%

Black15.48%

Two or More Races9.13%

Native American0.4%

Joseph A. Whelan School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Joseph A. Whelan School

Q: What is Joseph A. Whelan School?

A: Joseph A. Whelan School is a elementary public located in North Providence.

Q: How many students attend Joseph A. Whelan School?

A: Joseph A. Whelan School has approximately 252 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Joseph A. Whelan School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Joseph A. Whelan School - North Providence, RI

Quick Facts about Joseph A. Whelan School
School Name	Joseph A. Whelan School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-5
Location	1440 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI 02904, North Providence, RI
County	Providence County
Phone	+1 (401) 233-1180
Total Students	252
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	19
Rating	2.2/10
ELA Proficiency	27%
Math Proficiency	17%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Joseph A. Whelan School

What is Joseph A. Whelan School?

Joseph A. Whelan School is a elementary public located in North Providence.

How many students attend Joseph A. Whelan School?

Joseph A. Whelan School has approximately 252 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph A. Whelan School is 13:1.

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