Serving 323 students in grades 7-8, Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School 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 41% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than 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 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School's student population of 323 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond.
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School is 0.49, 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
#124 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
31%
9%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School is ranked #124 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Schoolis 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School?
323 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School?
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr 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 Jr High School offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
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