Serving 384 students in grades 5-6, Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E 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 21% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E's student population of 384 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
18%
9%
White
25%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
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 Upper E's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E is ranked #175 out of 288 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E?
384 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
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