Excel Academy Rhode Island vs James L. McGuire School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel Academy Rhode Island
North Providence · Charter middle · Grades 5–7
312 students
James L. McGuire School
North Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
384 students
| Measure | Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence, Rhode Island | James L. McGuire School North Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 58 | #114 of 172 |
| National rank | #11099 of 15,369 | #34690 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 312 | 384 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 384 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 48.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | North Providence | North Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James L. McGuire School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 33.9).
- •James L. McGuire School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.7% vs 79.8%).
- •Excel Academy Rhode Island does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.4).
- •James L. McGuire School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 312.
- •Excel Academy Rhode Island is a charter school while James L. McGuire School is a public 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 Excel Academy Rhode Island better than James L. McGuire School?
On the Success Index (US), James L. McGuire School ranks higher (35.9 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 Excel Academy Rhode Island and James L. McGuire School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between North Providence and North Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Academy Rhode Island: 312. James L. McGuire School: 384. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Academy Rhode Island and James L. McGuire School rank in Rhode Island?
Excel Academy Rhode Island is 35th of 58 and James L. McGuire School is 114th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).