EMMA G. WHITEKNACT SCHOOL
Emma G. Whiteknact School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Providence school district, located in East Providence, RI with about 295 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 23 teachers, Emma G. Whiteknact School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
The Emma G. Whiteknact School, located on Grosvenor Avenue in East Providence, Rhode Island, is a public elementary school serving students in the East Providence School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong school community. It serves as a vital resource for the local area, focusing on preparing younger students for their transition into middle school through structured curriculum and inclusive classroom settings.
Beyond academics, the school is integrated into the broader East Providence educational framework, which prioritizes student engagement and family partnership. The faculty and staff at Whiteknact strive to create a collaborative atmosphere where diverse learning needs are addressed, ensuring that students have access to the necessary tools for both personal and intellectual growth. The school is a staple of its community, often serving as a central hub for local families to participate in their children's formative educational years.
For more information, contact Emma G. Whiteknact School at (401) 435-7828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 435-7828
EMMA G. WHITEKNACT SCHOOL is a public Title I school in East Providence, RI with about 295 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Rhode Island
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- East Providence
- Total Students:
- 295
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 295 students
- White
- 60.3%
- Black or African American
- 14.2%
- Two or more races
- 11.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.7%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- Female
- 46.8%
- Male
- 53.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.