Serving 401 students in grades 5-8, Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than 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 97% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School's student population of 401 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
21%
9%
White
3%
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
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School's ranking?
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School is ranked #159 out of 289 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School?
401 students attend Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School?
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School offer ?
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School part of?
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
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