Dr. Edward Ricci School vs Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Edward Ricci School
North Providence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
378 students
Early Childhood Center
Johnston · Public elementary · Grades K–K
201 students
| Measure | Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence, Rhode Island | Early Childhood Center Johnston, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #30 of 58 | #45 of 172 |
| National rank | #9906 of 15,369 | #15162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 378 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.1% | 52.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | North Providence | Johnston |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.4 vs 39.6).
- •Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 60.1%).
- •Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.2).
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School is the larger school with 378 students compared with 201.
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 Dr. Edward Ricci School better than Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Early Childhood Center ranks higher (64.4 vs 39.6 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 Dr. Edward Ricci School and Early Childhood Center?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between North Providence and Johnston in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Edward Ricci School: 378. Early Childhood Center: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Edward Ricci School and Early Childhood Center rank in Rhode Island?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is 30th of 58 and Early Childhood Center is 45th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).