Elementary Schools in Learning Community

The Learning Community is the sole elementary school located within the Learning Community District in Rhode Island. While the school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with 84.72% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, its academic performance remains consistently low compared to other elementary schools in the state.

The Learning Community is ranked 113 out of 166 Rhode Island elementary schools for the 2023-2024 school year and is rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, placing it in the bottom third of schools in the state. The school's test scores are significantly below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 27.7% of 3rd graders proficient in English Language Arts compared to the state average of 37.8%. Despite the school's higher-than-average spending of $15,929 per student, its academic performance has remained poor, suggesting that simply allocating more resources may not be the sole solution to improving student outcomes.

The Learning Community's consistently low performance over the past three school years, with its ranking ranging from 116 to 127 out of 166-167 schools, indicates a need for targeted interventions and support to address the underlying factors contributing to the school's challenges. While the school's high percentage of students from low-income families may be a contributing factor, a more comprehensive approach is likely necessary to improve student achievement at The Learning Community.