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Flora S. Curtis School

582 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI, 02861

Top 25% School in RHODE ISLAND

Ranked 8 of 145 in RHODE ISLAND

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About Flora S. Curtis School

Flora S. Curtis School has a warm, steady atmosphere that families talk about during drop-off and pickup. The math proficiency generally sits in the mid-range, sometimes dipping slightly depending on the class mix for the year. The teacher–student ratio feels like one teacher guiding a small group, which helps create a calmer learning environment. Compared with nearby Pawtucket schools like Cunningham and Fallon, Curtis feels a bit more structured in routines but still approachable for kids who need a gentle, predictable pace. A typical three-bedroom rental in this part of Pawtucket usually lands around the mid-two-thousand dollars range, with some variation between older and newly renovated homes. After Curtis, most students eventually attend Jenks Middle School and then Shea High School. Many former Curtis students grow into careers in healthcare, early education, digital tech support, local manufacturing, and culinary work. Parents say the school feels supportive, with teachers known for checking in regularly and keeping communication simple. It’s the kind of place where children grow steadily, not rushed, and feel comfortable walking into school each morning.

Flora S. Curtis School Contact Information

Address

582 Benefit Street, Pawtucket, RI, 02861

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Phone

(401) 729-6252

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 32%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 32% in Reading.
24
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
336
Total Students
$90091
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 8 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Flora S. Curtis School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Early Release on Wednesday at 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 36.61%
Asian 0.6%
Hispanic 36.01%
Black 19.05%
Two+ Races 6.85%
Native Am. 0.6%
White
36.61%
Asian
0.6%
Hispanic
36.01%
Black
19.05%
Two+ Races
6.85%
Native Am.
0.6%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 336
43.75%
147 Female
56.25%
189 Male

Student Population

336 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Flora S. Curtis School recently introduced an updated phonics program for grades K to 3, focusing on decoding and reading fluency. A new math intervention block also started this month, giving students targeted support in small rotating groups.

FAQ

Q1. What new academic improvements were added at Curtis this year?

Ans. The school introduced a fresh phonics program and a math intervention block for targeted skill building.

Q2. How does the school support students who struggle academically?

Ans. Teachers run small-group reading and math sessions based on weekly assessments.

Q3. Are creative or hands-on activities available?

Ans. Yes, students participate in art, music, and simple classroom projects that encourage creativity.

Q4. How does Curtis communicate with parents?

Ans. Families receive newsletters, regular emails, and school app notifications.

Q5. Does the school host family events?

Ans. Curtis offers literacy nights, seasonal programs, and small community gatherings throughout the year.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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