Serving 380 students in grades 5-6, Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E 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 26% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E's student population of 380 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E 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 Upper E 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
#178 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
33%
9%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Upper E's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E is ranked #178 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E?
380 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
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