Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Achievement First Providence ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Providence's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Providence ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Providence is 0.46, 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
#139 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
71%
29%
Black
19%
9%
White
6%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Providence's ranking?
Achievement First Providence is ranked #139 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Achievement First Providence often compared to?
Achievement First Providenceis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First Iluminar by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Achievement First Providence?
467 students attend Achievement First Providence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Achievement First Providence students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Providence?
Achievement First Providence has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Achievement First Providence offer ?
Achievement First Providence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Achievement First Providence part of?
Achievement First Providence is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Providence located?
Achievement First Providence is located in the Hartford neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 5 other public schools located in Hartford.
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