Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackstone Valley Prep 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond.
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep 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 Blackstone Valley Prep is 0.53, 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
#169 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bvp Scholars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackstone Valley Prep's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep is ranked #169 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2, Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep?
422 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Blackstone Valley Prep students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep?
Blackstone Valley Prep has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep located?
Blackstone Valley Prep is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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