Achievement First Providence High School serves 298 students in grades 9-11.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement First Providence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Achievement First Providence High School's student population of 298 students has grown by 272% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 266% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
298 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Achievement First Providence High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%

Hispanic
80%
30%

Black
15%
9%

White
2%
51%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Achievement First Providence High School?
298 students attend Achievement First Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Achievement First Providence High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Providence High School?
Achievement First Providence High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Providence High School offer ?
Achievement First Providence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Achievement First Providence High School part of?
Achievement First Providence High School is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Providence High School located?
Achievement First Providence High School is located in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Silver Lake.
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