Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Beacon Charter School ranks in the top 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Beacon Charter School's student population of 217 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beacon Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Charter School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
6%
9%
White
57%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #138 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beacon Charter School?
The graduation rate of Beacon Charter School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Beacon Charter School?
217 students attend Beacon Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Beacon Charter School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 14:1, which is higher 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
What school district is Beacon Charter School part of?
Beacon Charter School is part of Beacon Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 9/6/2013
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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