Needs Improvement
#289 of 302 schools in RI
Achievement First Providence
Elementary School · Achievement First Rhode Island
370 Hartford Avenue, Providence, RI 02909
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#289 of 302
In Providence
#56 of 58
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Achievement First Rhode Island
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Achievement First Providence
Elementary School in Providence · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Achievement First Providence
Achievement First Providence is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Achievement First Rhode Island. Achievement First Providence serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Achievement First Providence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Achievement First Providence show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Achievement First Providence is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
35% of students at Achievement First Providence were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Achievement First Providence — Students at Achievement First Providence score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.0/10.
How Achievement First Providence Compares
See how Achievement First Providence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
370 Hartford Avenue, Providence, RI 02909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Achievement First Providence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frank D. Spaziano Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William D'Abate Elem. School (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Achievement First Envision Ele Providence | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Webster Avenue School Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Achievement First Providence H Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| George J. West El. School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence | 1.1 mi | — |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Asa Messer El. School Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul Cuffee Middle School Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Gladstone Street School Cranston | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Winsor Hill School Johnston | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| West Broadway Middle School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Achievement First Iluminar Cranston | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,950
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$1,258/mo
Population
44,445
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
39.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oakland Beach School Warwick, RI | 3.5 |
| John F. Horgan School West Warwick, RI | 3.4 |
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket, RI | 3.6 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence, RI | 3.8 |
| International Charter School Pawtucket, RI | 3.8 |
| Achievement First Iluminar Cranston, RI | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Achievement First Providence
What grades does Achievement First Providence serve?
Achievement First Providence serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Achievement First Providence?
Achievement First Providence has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Providence?
The student-teacher ratio at Achievement First Providence is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Achievement First Providence rank in RI?
Achievement First Providence ranks #289 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Achievement First Providence's MySchoolScout rating?
Achievement First Providence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Achievement First Providence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Achievement First Providence has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Achievement First Providence a charter school?
Yes, Achievement First Providence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Achievement First Providence a Title I school?
No, Achievement First Providence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Achievement First Providence?
56.4% of students at Achievement First Providence qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (401) 347-1106
Resources & Links
District
Achievement First Rhode Island- District Enrollment
- 2,846
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,480
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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