Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Achievement First Providence ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than 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: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Providence's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Providence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Providence is 0.45, 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
#181 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
72%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
5%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Providence's ranking?
Achievement First Providence is ranked #181 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Achievement First Providence often compared to?
Achievement First Providenceis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Iluminar 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Providence?
466 students attend Achievement First Providence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Achievement First Providence students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Providence?
Achievement First Providence has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Providence offer ?
Achievement First Providence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Achievement First Providence part of?
Achievement First Providence is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Providence located?
Achievement First Providence is located in the Hartford neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 5 other public schools located in Hartford.
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