KENT HEIGHTS SCHOOL

Kent Heights School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Providence school district, located in East Providence, RI with about 288 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Kent Heights School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kent Heights School, located at 2680 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence, Rhode Island, is a public elementary school serving students in the local community. As part of the East Providence School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development of its students. It typically serves a diverse student population, providing foundational instruction in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to support well-rounded growth.

The school is recognized for its role in the East Providence neighborhood, acting as a focal point for families and community engagement. By emphasizing a supportive classroom culture and utilizing local district resources, Kent Heights aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school. Like many schools in the district, it focuses on modern instructional practices and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment that encourages students to meet state educational standards while developing essential character traits.

For more information, contact Kent Heights School at (401) 435-7824 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.