Fallon Memorial School vs Potter-Burns School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fallon Memorial School
Pawtucket · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
Potter-Burns School
Pawtucket · Public elementary · Grades K–5
430 students
| Measure | Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket, Rhode Island | Potter-Burns School Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 172 | #129 of 172 |
| National rank | #38797 of 50,301 | #38635 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 520 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.7% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Pawtucket | Pawtucket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.6 vs 29.9).
- •Potter-Burns School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Fallon Memorial School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Potter-Burns School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 73.7%).
- •Fallon Memorial School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.3).
- •Fallon Memorial School is the larger school with 520 students compared with 430.
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 Fallon Memorial School better than Potter-Burns 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 Fallon Memorial School and Potter-Burns School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fallon Memorial School: 520. Potter-Burns School: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fallon Memorial School and Potter-Burns School rank in Rhode Island?
Fallon Memorial School is 130th of 172 and Potter-Burns School is 129th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).