Agnes B. Hennessey School vs Emma G. Whiteknact School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Agnes B. Hennessey School
East Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
242 students
Emma G. Whiteknact School
East Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
216 students
| Measure | Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence, Rhode Island | Emma G. Whiteknact School East Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 172 | #119 of 172 |
| National rank | #36017 of 50,301 | #35496 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 242 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 242 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.1% | 69% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | East Providence | East Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.8 vs 34.6).
- •Emma G. Whiteknact School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Agnes B. Hennessey School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.1% vs 69%).
- •Agnes B. Hennessey School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.0).
- •Agnes B. Hennessey School is the larger school with 242 students compared with 216.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Agnes B. Hennessey School better than Emma G. Whiteknact School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Agnes B. Hennessey School and Emma G. Whiteknact School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between East Providence and East Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Agnes B. Hennessey School: 242. Emma G. Whiteknact School: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Agnes B. Hennessey School and Emma G. Whiteknact School rank in Rhode Island?
Agnes B. Hennessey School is 121st of 172 and Emma G. Whiteknact School is 119th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).