Very Good
#87 of 302 schools in RI
Top 29% in state
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Elementary School · Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy
52 Broad St., Cumberland, RI 02864
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#87 of 302
In Cumberland
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Elementary School in Cumberland · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is a public elementary school in Cumberland, RI, part of Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy. Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 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.
Score Breakdown
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Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 — Students at Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 7.1/10.
How Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Compares
See how Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
52 Broad St., Cumberland, RI 02864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is B.F. Norton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Segue Inst for Learning (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cumberland, see our Cumberland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| The Learning Community Central Falls | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Calcutt Middle School Central Falls | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Ella Risk School Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Falls Sr High Central Falls | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Joseph L. McCourt MS Cumberland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Saylesville Elementary Lincoln | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| THE SPURWINK SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,737
Median Home Value
$394,800
Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Population
36,383
College Educated
43.1%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44
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|---|---|
| Aquidneck School Middletown, RI | 7.2 |
| Dunn's Corners School Westerly, RI | 7.2 |
| George Hanaford School East Greenwich, RI | 7.2 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV Providence, RI | 7.2 |
| Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket, RI | 7.3 |
| Pleasant View Elementary Schoo Smithfield, RI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 serve?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 rank in RI?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 ranks #87 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 a charter school?
Yes, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 a Title I school?
No, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2?
65.5% of students at Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (401) 305-6860
Resources & Links
District
Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy- District Enrollment
- 2,240
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,680
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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