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East Providence, RI vs Blacksburg, VA

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- Blacksburg spends 33.8% less per student than East Providence.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 0.3% lower in Blacksburg than in East Providence. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Blacksburg had 14.7% more residents who had graduated High School compared to East Providence
 East Providence, RIBlacksburg, VAUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$12,311$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$16,362  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$6,938$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio13.35  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock5104573
 Students per Counselor390  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock0.4%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.8.6%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock98.3%88.9%
 Some College Educ.17.5%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock4.5%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.30.8%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock25.2%9.3%
 Professional Degree1.9%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock12.6%1.5%
Reviews for East Providence    3 Reviews

Rhode Island sometimes escape the more harsh weather that hammers New England, but as is typical of the region, be ready for  More

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Over 17 years ago

It's a small town and it's about who you know. Very ethnic in a very enjoyable way. There are great bakeries, great little stores, parades, feasts...nice  More

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East Providence is close enough to Providence that you're able to reap the benefits of arts and culture , but far enough away to be out of the hustle and bustle. East  More

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Reviews for Blacksburg    12 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

Growing up I thought my city was the best thing since sliced bread. However, since moving to Blacksburg I have changed my tune. Amazing community and  More

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Over 14 years ago

Blacksburg is a very nice place overall, but like others has its pros and cons. It's a small, clean, quaint college town amid rural farmland and forested mountains. The  More

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Over 14 years ago

4 great seasons without  More

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