Serving 132 students in grades 7-8, Urban Collaborative Program 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Collaborative Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Urban Collaborative Program's student population of 132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Collaborative Program 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 Urban Collaborative Program is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
82%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Collaborative Program's ranking?
Urban Collaborative Program is ranked #283 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Urban Collaborative Program?
132 students attend Urban Collaborative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Urban Collaborative Program students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Collaborative Program?
Urban Collaborative Program has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Collaborative Program offer ?
Urban Collaborative Program offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Urban Collaborative Program part of?
Urban Collaborative Program is part of Urban Collaborative School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Collaborative Program located?
Urban Collaborative Program is located in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in Federal Hill.
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