Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Achievement First Iluminar ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Iluminar's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Iluminar ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Iluminar is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
18%
9%
White
5%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Iluminar's ranking?
Achievement First Iluminar is ranked #141 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Achievement First Iluminar often compared to?
Achievement First Iluminaris often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Providence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Iluminar?
463 students attend Achievement First Iluminar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Achievement First Iluminar students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Iluminar?
Achievement First Iluminar has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Iluminar offer ?
Achievement First Iluminar offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Achievement First Iluminar part of?
Achievement First Iluminar is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
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