Founders Academy vs Kevin K. Coleman School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Founders Academy
Woonsocket · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
158 students
Kevin K. Coleman School
Woonsocket · Public elementary · Grades K–5
256 students
| Measure | Founders Academy Woonsocket, Rhode Island | Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 58 | #156 of 172 |
| National rank | #13726 of 15,369 | #45455 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 158 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 158 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 67.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Woonsocket | Woonsocket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Founders Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 19.0).
- •Kevin K. Coleman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.2% vs 70.3%).
- •Founders Academy does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.1).
- •Kevin K. Coleman School is the larger school with 256 students compared with 158.
- •Founders Academy is a charter school while Kevin K. Coleman 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 Kevin K. Coleman School?
On the Success Index (US), Founders Academy ranks higher (20.3 vs 19.0 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 Founders Academy and Kevin K. Coleman School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Woonsocket and Woonsocket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Founders Academy: 158. Kevin K. Coleman School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Founders Academy and Kevin K. Coleman School rank in Rhode Island?
Founders Academy is 45th of 58 and Kevin K. Coleman School is 156th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).