Achievement First Promesa serves 447 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Promesa's student population of 447 students has grown by 141% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 170% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Achievement First Promesa is 0.45, 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
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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
How many students attend Achievement First Promesa?
447 students attend Achievement First Promesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Achievement First Promesa students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Promesa?
Achievement First Promesa has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Promesa offer ?
Achievement First Promesa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Promesa part of?
Achievement First Promesa is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Promesa located?
Achievement First Promesa is located in the West End neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in West End.
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