Beacon Charter High School for the Arts is a charter high school in Woonsocket, Rhode Island that first opened in 1997. It combines a high school college preparatory program with a visual, performing, and culinary arts. In September 2015, Beacon opened Founders Academy, serving grades 6–8.
Serving 203 students in grades 9-12, Beacon Charter 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beacon Charter School's student population of 203 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beacon Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Charter School is 0.63, 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
#163 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Charter School's ranking?
Beacon Charter School is ranked #163 out of 287 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beacon Charter School?
The graduation rate of Beacon Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Beacon Charter School?
203 students attend Beacon Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Beacon Charter School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Charter School?
Beacon Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beacon Charter School offer ?
Beacon Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beacon Charter School part of?
Beacon Charter School is part of Beacon Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a current senior and I've had a great few years. There is no other school I would rather attend than this one. The teachers are all fun and know what they are doing. They take their time to make sure each individual understands the context.
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