Charles N. Fortes Academy serves 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 34% (which was lower than the Rhode Island state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45% (which was lower than the Rhode Island state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)34%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)45%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
78%
30%
Black
10%
9%
White
5%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% RI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% RI state average).
How many students attend Charles N. Fortes Academy?
249 students attend Charles N. Fortes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Charles N. Fortes Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles N. Fortes Academy?
Charles N. Fortes Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles N. Fortes Academy offer ?
Charles N. Fortes Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Charles N. Fortes Academy part of?
Charles N. Fortes Academy is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles N. Fortes Academy located?
Charles N. Fortes Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in West End.
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