Serving 403 students in grades 9-12, Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks in the top 30% 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 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep High School's student population of 403 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Valley Prep High School is 0.58, 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
#61 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
60%
29%
Black
13%
9%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Blackstone Valley Prep High School's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School is ranked #61 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep High School often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davies Career-tech High School, Charles E. Shea High School 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 23% RI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackstone Valley Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Blackstone Valley Prep High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep High School?
403 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Blackstone Valley Prep High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% 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 High School?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School 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 High School offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep High School part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
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