Achievement First Promesa serves 548 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50% in RI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Promesa's student population of 548 students has grown by 196% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 310% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Achievement First Promesa is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
14%
9%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Achievement First Promesa?
548 students attend Achievement First Promesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% 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, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement First Promesa?
Achievement First Promesa has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Promesa offer ?
Achievement First Promesa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (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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