Dr. Edward Ricci School vs Excel Academy Rhode Island
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.3 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
Excel Academy Rhode Island
North Providence · Charter middle · Grades 5–7
312 students
| Measure | Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence, Rhode Island | Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #30 of 58 | #35 of 58 |
| National rank | #9906 of 15,369 | #11099 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–7 |
| Students | 378 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.1% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | North Providence | North Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 33.9).
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 79.8%).
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.9).
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School is the larger school with 378 students compared with 312.
- •Dr. Edward Ricci School is a public school while Excel Academy Rhode Island is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Excel Academy Rhode Island?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Edward Ricci School ranks higher (39.6 vs 33.9 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 Excel Academy Rhode Island?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between North Providence and North Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Edward Ricci School: 378. Excel Academy Rhode Island: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Edward Ricci School and Excel Academy Rhode Island rank in Rhode Island?
Dr. Edward Ricci School is 30th of 58 and Excel Academy Rhode Island is 35th of 58 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).