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Resiliency Preparatory Academy

High School · Fall River

290 Rock Street, Fall River, MA 02720

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#984 of 1,793

In Fall River

#7 of 19

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Fall River

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Resiliency Preparatory Academy

6.0/10

High School in Fall River · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Resiliency Preparatory Academy

Resiliency Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Fall River, MA, part of Fall River. Resiliency Preparatory Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Resiliency Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #984 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Resiliency Preparatory Academy show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Resiliency Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Resiliency Preparatory Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendStable
Academics2.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency0% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-45.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-45.3 pts
Overall Proficiency0% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate52%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,172

Resiliency Preparatory Academy — Students at Resiliency Preparatory Academy score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 2.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 3.6% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 54 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
3.4%
ELA
3.4%
2019
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
7.3%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
3.3%
2023
2024
2025

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Resiliency Preparatory Academy Compares

See how Resiliency Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in MA
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

290 Rock Street, Fall River, MA 02720

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Resiliency Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Diman Regional Vocational Technical High (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is B M C Durfee High (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BISHOP CONNOLLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fall River, see our Fall River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Stone PK-12 School Fall River 0.2 mi 4.8
FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River 0.3 mi
MASTERY SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING Fall River 0.3 mi 5.8
ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River 0.3 mi 5.1
Morton Middle Fall River 0.8 mi 4.6
John J Doran Fall River 0.8 mi 5.4
HOLY NAME SCHOOL Fall River 0.8 mi 4.5
Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River 0.8 mi 6.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River 1.3 mi 6.5
Argosy Collegiate Charter School Fall River 1.3 mi 4.8
William S Greene Fall River 1.3 mi 3.4
ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Fall River 1.3 mi 5.3
B M C Durfee High Fall River 1.2 mi 5.3
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF THE ANGELS, INC Fall River 1.2 mi 4.5
Spencer Borden Fall River 1.2 mi 4.7
James Tansey Fall River 1.4 mi 7.6
ESPIRITO SANTO PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Fall River 1.5 mi 4.9
EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River 1.5 mi 6.0
BISHOP CONNOLLY HIGH SCHOOL Fall River 1.4 mi 5.2
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Fall River 1.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,907

Median Home Value

$361,800

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

31,063

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

39.7%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

39.9

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Gateway Regional High Huntington, MA 5.8
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester, MA 6.2
THE ACADEMY AT PENGUIN HALL Wenham, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Resiliency Preparatory Academy

What grades does Resiliency Preparatory Academy serve?

Resiliency Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Resiliency Preparatory Academy?

Resiliency Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Resiliency Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Resiliency Preparatory Academy is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Resiliency Preparatory Academy rank in MA?

Resiliency Preparatory Academy ranks #984 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Resiliency Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Resiliency Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Resiliency Preparatory Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Resiliency Preparatory Academy has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Resiliency Preparatory Academy a charter school?

No, Resiliency Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Resiliency Preparatory Academy a Title I school?

No, Resiliency Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
4-Year Graduation
52.0%

District

Fall River
District Enrollment
10,656
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,172
District Rank
#6 of 16

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