For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,533 students in 02864, RI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 02864, RI are Blackstone Valley Prep High School, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 and Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 02864 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Rhode Island public charter school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 25% statewide average). Charter schools in 02864, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public charter school average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02864, RI Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackstone Valley Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
65 Macondray St.
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 405-0320
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 405-0320
Gr: 9-12 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 Broad St.
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 305-6860
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 305-6860
Gr: K-4 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3357 Mendon Rd.
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Gr: K-4 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Blackstone Valley Prep
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
291 Broad Street
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Gr: K-4 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
02864, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3357 Mendon Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Gr: K-1 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 02864, RI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 02864, RI include Blackstone Valley Prep High School, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 and Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 02864?
4 public charter schools are located in 02864.
What is the racial composition of students in 02864?
02864 public charter schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public charter schools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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