Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Achievement First Iluminar ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Iluminar's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Achievement First Iluminar ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Iluminar is 0.47, 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
#117 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
70%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
6%
51%
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
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Iluminar's ranking?
Achievement First Iluminar is ranked #117 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Achievement First Iluminar often compared to?
Achievement First Iluminaris often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Providence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Iluminar?
470 students attend Achievement First Iluminar.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Achievement First Iluminar students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement First Iluminar?
Achievement First Iluminar has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Iluminar offer ?
Achievement First Iluminar offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Iluminar part of?
Achievement First Iluminar is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
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