ROBERT F. KENNEDY EL. SCHOOL

Robert F. Kennedy El. School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Providence school district, located in Providence, RI with about 467 students offering grade levels from Pre-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, Robert F. Kennedy El. School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School, located at 195 Nelson Street in Providence, Rhode Island, serves as a cornerstone of its local neighborhood within the Providence Public School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for its diverse student body. By emphasizing core academic standards alongside social-emotional development, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, often utilizing a curriculum designed to meet the unique needs of a multicultural urban population.

Beyond its academic mission, the school functions as a vital community hub. Like many elementary schools in the district, it places a strong focus on building collaborative relationships between teachers, students, and families to ensure a holistic approach to education. Through various school-wide initiatives and community engagement efforts, Robert F. Kennedy Elementary strives to create a safe, nurturing space that encourages curiosity, academic growth, and character development for every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Robert F. Kennedy El. School at (401) 456-9403 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.