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all five of my kids go here. Great culture, friendly environment and the students are disciplined. Academically my children do very well here. I love the way my daughter (3rd grade) reads, thanks to her then kindergaten teacher Ms. Hill. My kids love the school and so does my husband and I. Great involved PTO. No child gets left behind at Paul Cuffee School. Funga Alafia...Ase Ase!!! Give us peace... Amen, Amen
—Submitted by a parent
teachers and are awesome very good school student learn a lot and there teachers won;t give up on them
—Submitted by a parent
It is a great school that encourages parent perticipation.
—Submitted by a parent
paule cuffee is a great school i should know i go there and all of the teachers will help you every step of the way its so great to have the privlige to go to paule cuffee school as i said its a great school thats getting better by the second so thats why i think this school is the best school i've ever been to in my life!!!
—Submitted by a student
Paul Cuffee is an amazingly diverse environment. Students are not only taught to excel academically, but they are also taught swimming and sailing. My daughter's teachers have been exceptionally strong!
—Submitted by a parent
Paul cuffee is a great school, I am so happy I choose this school, for my daughter, teachers work very hard to work with the students as well as with the parents, in any area that you need help. I am so thankful with the teachers my daughter has had in these 3years, they always helped me daughter in any area of help that she needed and they also worked well with me to help me better assist her. I feel safe when I drop off my daughter every morinig, because I know that its a safe environment, and I like the structure that the students have at paul cuffee, in general its a great school, and everyone is friendly. The after school club is wonderful too.
—Submitted by a parent
This school is full of committed and talented teachers and staff, dedicated to quality education for ALL kids in the school. I would recommend it to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent
This school demonstrates strength in merging current theory and best practice. The staff has developed an extensive understanding of reader s and writer s workshop, balanced literacy, differentiated instruction, inquiry based science and art appreciation. Teachers strive to work in collaboration with students, staff, and families within and outside of the classroom. This school was rated in the top 50 charter schools in the nation.
—Submitted by a teacher
This is a great school -- children from all backgrounds learning to work together and getting an excellent academic foundation. Good parent involvement, too.
—Submitted by a parent
this school is such a great school.I have watched my daughter just one day started reading right before my eyes. The teachers work so hard and are willing to go that extra mile to help your child.
—Submitted by a parent
Pual Cuffee is a wonderful school , the way that they teach the kids is awesome , the programs are great , there very attentive when it comes to students and parents , this school is number 1. I recomend it to every one . Thanx, Lucy R. Pierro
—Submitted by LUCY R. PIERRO, a parent
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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.
The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.
55 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.
55 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.
54 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.
54 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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The state average for Science was 45% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.
54 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
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The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.
54 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.
54 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2009
2008
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
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2008
The state average for Science was 27% in 2012.
58 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
The state average for Writing was 59% in 2012.
59 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2009
2008
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 49% |
| Female | 39% |
| Male | 58% |
| Black or African American | 54% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 34% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 37% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 77% |
| Title I | 47% |
| Students without disabilities | 51% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 53% |
| Non-migrant | 49% |
| All Students | 73% |
| Female | 77% |
| Male | 69% |
| Black or African American | 82% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 66% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 64% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 94% |
| Title I | 71% |
| Students without disabilities | 77% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 73% |
| Non-migrant | 73% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 81% |
| Female | 76% |
| Male | 88% |
| Black or African American | 73% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 78% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 80% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 86% |
| Title I | 79% |
| Students without disabilities | 83% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 86% |
| Non-migrant | 81% |
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | 80% |
| Male | 80% |
| Black or African American | 64% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 79% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 73% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 100% |
| Title I | 77% |
| Students without disabilities | 79% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 85% |
| Non-migrant | 80% |
| All Students | 45% |
| Female | 43% |
| Male | 48% |
| Black or African American | 45% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 41% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 56% |
| Title I | 35% |
| Students without disabilities | 47% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 48% |
| Non-migrant | 45% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 69% |
| Female | 69% |
| Male | 68% |
| Black or African American | 77% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 57% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 62% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 83% |
| Title I | 67% |
| Students with disabilities | 31% |
| Students without disabilities | 81% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 70% |
| Non-migrant | 69% |
| All Students | 65% |
| Female | 73% |
| Male | 57% |
| Black or African American | 65% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 64% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 54% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 89% |
| Title I | 63% |
| Students with disabilities | 31% |
| Students without disabilities | 75% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 66% |
| Non-migrant | 65% |
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | 66% |
| Male | 46% |
| Black or African American | 47% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 57% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 49% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 71% |
| Title I | 53% |
| Students with disabilities | 15% |
| Students without disabilities | 68% |
| Limited English proficiency (LEP) | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 54% |
| Non-migrant | 56% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 70% |
| Female | 57% |
| Male | 83% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Hispanic or Latino | 67% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 66% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 81% |
| Title I | 75% |
| Students without disabilities | 69% |
| Proficient in English | 71% |
| Non-migrant | 70% |
| All Students | 68% |
| Female | 70% |
| Male | 66% |
| Black or African American | n/a |
| Hispanic or Latino | 69% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 64% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 82% |
| Title I | 73% |
| Students without disabilities | 67% |
| Proficient in English | 71% |
| Non-migrant | 68% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | 65% |
| Male | 46% |
| Black or African American | 74% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 53% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 64% |
| Title I | 58% |
| Students with disabilities | 41% |
| Students without disabilities | 60% |
| Proficient in English | 58% |
| Non-migrant | 56% |
| All Students | 76% |
| Female | 89% |
| Male | 63% |
| Black or African American | 94% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 65% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 78% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 71% |
| Title I | 77% |
| Students with disabilities | 67% |
| Students without disabilities | 79% |
| Proficient in English | 79% |
| Non-migrant | 76% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
| All Students | 70% |
| Female | 65% |
| Male | 74% |
| Black or African American | 42% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 75% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 67% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 76% |
| Title I | 69% |
| Students without disabilities | 76% |
| Proficient in English | 70% |
| Non-migrant | 70% |
| All Students | 76% |
| Female | 79% |
| Male | 73% |
| Black or African American | 58% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 80% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 74% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 84% |
| Title I | 76% |
| Students without disabilities | 86% |
| Proficient in English | 78% |
| Non-migrant | 76% |
| All Students | 31% |
| Female | 31% |
| Male | 31% |
| Black or African American | 9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 25% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | n/a |
| Title I | 30% |
| Students without disabilities | 34% |
| Proficient in English | 34% |
| Non-migrant | 31% |
| All Students | 63% |
| Female | 69% |
| Male | 56% |
| Black or African American | 42% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 63% |
| White (non-Hispanic) | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged students | 61% |
| Not economically disadvantaged students | 69% |
| Title I | 62% |
| Students without disabilities | 72% |
| Proficient in English | 65% |
| Non-migrant | 63% |
In 2011-2012 Rhode Island used the New England Common Assessment Program (NECAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math, in grades 5, 8 and 11 in writing, and in grades 4, 8 and 11 in science. The NECAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Rhode Island. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
The different student groups are identified by the Rhode Island Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.
See Rhode Island's state standards
Source: Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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| Ethnicity | This school | State average | ||
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| Hispanic | 58% | 19% | ||
| Black | 20% | 9% | ||
| White | 13% | 69% | ||
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 9% | 3% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1% | 1% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program | 75% | N/A | 40% |
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| Students per FTE teacher | 9 | N/A | 13 |
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