Austin T. Levy School vs Joseph A. Whelan School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin T. Levy School
Harrisville · Public elementary · Grades K–1
254 students
Joseph A. Whelan School
North Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
252 students
| Measure | Austin T. Levy School Harrisville, Rhode Island | Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 172 | #100 of 172 |
| National rank | #10632 of 50,301 | #31267 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–1 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 254 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Harrisville | North Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Austin T. Levy School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.9 vs 41.0).
- •Austin T. Levy School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.6% vs 58.7%).
- •Austin T. Levy School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.3).
- •Austin T. Levy School is the larger school with 254 students compared with 252.
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 Austin T. Levy School better than Joseph A. Whelan School?
On the Success Index (US), Austin T. Levy School ranks higher (70.9 vs 41.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Austin T. Levy School and Joseph A. Whelan School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Harrisville and North Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Austin T. Levy School: 254. Joseph A. Whelan School: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Austin T. Levy School and Joseph A. Whelan School rank in Rhode Island?
Austin T. Levy School is 31st of 172 and Joseph A. Whelan School is 100th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).