Serving 145 students in grades 7-8, Urban Collaborative Program 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Collaborative Program's student population of 145 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urban Collaborative Program 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 Urban Collaborative Program 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
#281 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
21%
9%
White
6%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Collaborative Program's ranking?
Urban Collaborative Program is ranked #281 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Urban Collaborative Program?
145 students attend Urban Collaborative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Urban Collaborative Program students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Collaborative Program?
Urban Collaborative Program has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Collaborative Program offer ?
Urban Collaborative Program offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Urban Collaborative Program part of?
Urban Collaborative Program is part of Urban Collaborative School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Collaborative Program located?
Urban Collaborative Program is located in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in Federal Hill.
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