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Vartan Gregorian El. School

455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI, 02903

About Vartan Gregorian El. School

Vartan Gregorian Elementary School is known for its warm, community-driven feel and a steady academic approach that works well for younger learners. Families often describe the school as gentle and organized, the type of place where students settle in without too many nerves. Math proficiency usually sits in the mid-40% to low-50% range, which places the school close to nearby counterparts like Nathan Bishop Middle feeder schools, while Vartan itself often performs slightly above a few other Providence elementary schools. Teachers focus strongly on early math foundations, using simple explanations, hands-on practice, and small-group lessons to help students understand concepts at a calm pace. Parents sometimes compare Vartan Gregorian with Hope Highlands Elementary in Cranston, which sits slightly higher in math consistency, while schools like Harry Kizirian Elementary remain closer in performance. Families with academically strong students may later explore charter and magnet pathways across Providence, though many stay because Vartan offers a predictable rhythm and approachable teachers. A typical three-bedroom rental in this part of Providence usually ranges between $1,900 and $2,600 depending on the neighborhood. The closest major high school is Hope High School, known for alumni who’ve gone on to careers in public service, athletics, creative arts, engineering, and community leadership. Vartan Gregorian Elementary offers a grounded, neighborly school environment.

Vartan Gregorian El. School Contact Information

Address

455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI, 02903

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Phone

(401) 456-9377

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 42% in Reading.
20
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
311
Total Students
$90091
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 25 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Vartan Gregorian El. 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
🚀
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 – 3:15 PM, Early Release on Wednesdays at 1:30 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 42.77%
Asian 5.14%
Hispanic 21.86%
Black 10.29%
Two+ Races 11.9%
Native Am. 0.96%
White
42.77%
Asian
5.14%
Hispanic
21.86%
Black
10.29%
Two+ Races
11.9%
Native Am.
0.96%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 311
42.44%
132 Female
50.8%
158 Male

Student Population

311 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

777 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Vartan Gregorian Elementary recently completed its winter reading celebration. A family STEM workshop is planned for next month.

FAQ

Q1. What academic support does Vartan Gregorian Elementary offer?

Ans. Students receive small-group reading and math instruction to strengthen early skills.

Q2. How does the school share updates with parents?

Ans. Weekly newsletters, email reminders, and teacher notes keep families informed.

Q3. Are enrichment activities available for advanced learners?

Ans. Yes, teachers offer extended projects, deeper reading challenges, and enrichment-style assignments.

Q4. Do new students adjust comfortably at Vartan Gregorian Elementary?

Ans. Most settle in easily due to predictable routines and friendly staff.

Q5. Does the school host events for families?

Ans. Yes, the school organizes literacy nights, seasonal programs, and hands-on STEM evenings.

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

PS

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

WR

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

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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