Serving 205 students in grades 7-12, Trinity Academy Performing Art ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than 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 10:1 is lower 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trinity Academy Performing Art ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Trinity Academy Performing Art's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trinity Academy Performing Art 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 Trinity Academy Performing Art is 0.42, 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
#227 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
74%
30%
Black
18%
9%
White
5%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinity Academy Performing Art's ranking?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is ranked #227 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?
10-14% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Trinity Academy Performing Art?
The graduation rate of Trinity Academy Performing Art is 80%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Trinity Academy Performing Art?
205 students attend Trinity Academy Performing Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Trinity Academy Performing Art students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trinity Academy Performing Art?
Trinity Academy Performing Art has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trinity Academy Performing Art offer ?
Trinity Academy Performing Art offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Trinity Academy Performing Art part of?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is part of Trinity Academy For The Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Trinity Academy Performing Art located?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is located in the Downtown Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Providence.
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