Serving 234 students in grades 5-12, Trinity Academy Performing Art 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 10-14% (which is lower 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 5-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trinity Academy Performing Art's student population of 234 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Trinity Academy Performing Art 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 Trinity Academy Performing Art is 0.40, 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
#233 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
15%
9%
White
3%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinity Academy Performing Art's ranking?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is ranked #233 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Trinity Academy Performing Art often compared to?
Trinity Academy Performing Artis often viewed alongside schools like North Providence High School, Hope High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Trinity Academy Performing Art?
The graduation rate of Trinity Academy Performing Art is 80%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Trinity Academy Performing Art?
234 students attend Trinity Academy Performing Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Trinity Academy Performing Art students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trinity Academy Performing Art?
Trinity Academy Performing Art has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trinity Academy Performing Art offer ?
Trinity Academy Performing Art offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trinity Academy Performing Art part of?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is part of Trinity Academy For The Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Trinity Academy Performing Art located?
Trinity Academy Performing Art is located in the Downtown Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Providence.
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