Serving 262 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School's student population of 262 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School 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 Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#145 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
24%
9%
White
19%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School?
262 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School?
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School located?
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School is located in the Cumberland Hill neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Cumberland Hill.
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