Times² STEM Academy is a charter school in Providence, Rhode Island that specializes in teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Serving 383 students in grades 6-12, Times2 Middle/high School 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 12% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Times2 Middle/high School's student population of 383 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Times2 Middle/high School 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 Times2 Middle/high School is 0.52, 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
#228 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
65%
31%
Black
25%
9%
White
5%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bald Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Times2 Middle/high School's ranking?
Times2 Middle/high School is ranked #228 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Times2 Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Times2 Middle/high School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Times2 Middle/high School?
383 students attend Times2 Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Times2 Middle/high School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Times2 Middle/high School?
Times2 Middle/high School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Times2 Middle/high School offer ?
Times2 Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Times2 Middle/high School part of?
Times2 Middle/high School is part of Providence School District.
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