Founders Academy vs Harris School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 347 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Founders Academy
Woonsocket · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
158 students
Harris School
Woonsocket · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
| Measure | Founders Academy Woonsocket, Rhode Island | Harris School Woonsocket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 58 | #154 of 172 |
| National rank | #13726 of 15,369 | #45097 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 158 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 158 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 16% |
| city | Woonsocket | Woonsocket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.3 vs 19.6).
- •Harris School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Harris School does better on reading proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Founders Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 70.6%).
- •Founders Academy does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.8).
- •Harris School is the larger school with 371 students compared with 158.
- •Founders Academy is a charter school while Harris 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 Founders Academy better than Harris 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 Founders Academy and Harris School?
About 347 m in a straight line, between Woonsocket and Woonsocket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Founders Academy: 158. Harris School: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Founders Academy and Harris School rank in Rhode Island?
Founders Academy is 45th of 58 and Harris School is 154th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).