The fifth grade is part of a looping classroom with fourth grade.  The students follow their fourth grade teacher to fifth grade, allowing a continuous learning experience.  While in fourth grade, the students switch classes with the fifth grade for language arts.  This allows the students to gain responsibility while becoming independent learners. 

• The language arts program promotes understanding of skills, such as cause and effect, plot and theme through the literature series Fantastic Voyage by Scott Foresman.  The students work on grammar and English skills through an understanding of the five step writing process.  They hone their vocabulary and spelling skills through the Sadlier- Oxford Vocabulary Workshop series. 

• The math program is part of the Progress in Mathematics series by Sadlier-Oxford.  It focuses on an understanding of the operations of mathematics and in-depth study of fractions, decimals, place value, problem solving and measurement.

• Social studies is a continuation of the fourth grade curriculum- where students learn about the regions of the United States.  In fifth grade, they learn how America became the country it is today through a study of its colonization, its fight for independence and the development of a democracy.  Special focus is given to Rhode Island history which is taught once a week by Mr. Corry, the principal.

• Science focuses on understanding life science and physical science through lecture, guided inquiry, and experimentation.

• The religion program is focused on the Sacraments.  Through study, lecture, guest speakers, and practice of the faith through mass and Adoration, the students learn much about Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Matrimony and Anointing of the Sick.