Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackstone Valley Prep 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% 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: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep 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 is 0.67, 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
#151 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
18%
9%
White
25%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Blackstone Valley Prep's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep is ranked #151 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep?
395 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blackstone Valley Prep students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep?
Blackstone Valley Prep has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep located?
Blackstone Valley Prep is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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