Youthbuild Preparatory Academy serves 133 students in grades 9-12.
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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy's student population of 133 students has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
133 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
27%
9%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
133 students attend Youthbuild Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Youthbuild Preparatory Academy offer ?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Youthbuild Preparatory Academy part of?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is part of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy School District.
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