JOHN F. HORGAN SCHOOL

John F. Horgan School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Warwick school district, located in West Warwick, RI with about 551 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 34 teachers, John F. Horgan 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.

The John F. Horgan School, located on Providence Street in West Warwick, Rhode Island, serves as a neighborhood elementary school dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the local community. The school emphasizes foundational academic development while aiming to cultivate social-emotional growth, encouraging students to become curious, responsible, and lifelong learners. By maintaining a focus on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the middle school grades.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the Horgan School places a strong value on community involvement and the partnership between home and school. The administration and faculty work to create an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates student diversity and encourages parental engagement. Through various school-wide initiatives and a dedicated staff, the John F. Horgan School seeks to provide a safe, structured, and nurturing space that allows every child to reach their full potential within the West Warwick Public School district.

For more information, contact John F. Horgan School at (401) 822-8449 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.