Serving 211 students in grades 7-12, Trinity 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 27%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- 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
Top Rankings
Trinity Performing Art ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Trinity Performing Art's student population of 211 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Trinity Performing Art ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trinity Performing Art is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
29%
Black
18%
9%
White
6%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinity Performing Art's ranking?
Trinity Performing Art is ranked #227 out of 289 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 Performing Art?
The graduation rate of Trinity Performing Art is 80%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Trinity Performing Art?
211 students attend Trinity Performing Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Trinity Performing Art students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trinity Performing Art?
Trinity Performing Art has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trinity Performing Art offer ?
Trinity Performing Art offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Trinity Performing Art part of?
Trinity Performing Art is part of Trinity Academy For The Performing Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Trinity Performing Art located?
Trinity 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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