Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is 0.62, 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
#116 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
56%
30%
Black
21%
9%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is ranked #116 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2is often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
414 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 located?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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