Serving 225 students in grades 5-8, Providence Preparatory Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Preparatory Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Providence Preparatory Charter's student population of 225 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Providence Preparatory Charter 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 Providence Preparatory Charter is 0.51, 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
#173 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
24%
9%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Providence Preparatory Charter's ranking?
Providence Preparatory Charter is ranked #173 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Providence Preparatory Charter?
225 students attend Providence Preparatory Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Providence Preparatory Charter students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Providence Preparatory Charter offer ?
Providence Preparatory Charter offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Providence Preparatory Charter part of?
Providence Preparatory Charter is part of Providence Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Providence Preparatory Charter located?
Providence Preparatory Charter is located in the West End neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in West End.
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