Below Average
#276 of 302 schools in RI
Blackstone Valley Prep Element
Elementary School · Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy
3357 Mendon Rd., Cumberland, RI 02864
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#276 of 302
In Cumberland
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Blackstone Valley Prep Element
Blackstone Valley Prep Element is a public elementary school in Cumberland, RI, part of Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy. Blackstone Valley Prep Element serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackstone Valley Prep Element has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Blackstone Valley Prep Element show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Blackstone Valley Prep Element 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 Element — Students at Blackstone Valley Prep Element score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 1.3/10.
How Blackstone Valley Prep Element Compares
See how Blackstone Valley Prep Element performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3357 Mendon Rd., Cumberland, RI 02864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blackstone Valley Prep Element may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Community School (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ashton School (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Central Elem. (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cumberland, see our Cumberland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Cumberland High School Cumberland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Ashton School Cumberland | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Northern Lincoln Elem. Manville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| North Cumberland Middle Cumberland | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Woonsocket High School Woonsocket | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Senior High School Lincoln | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Cumberland Preschool Center Cumberland | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket | 2.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Central Elem. Lincoln | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Community School Cumberland | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Founders Academy Woonsocket | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
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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|---|---|
| Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence, RI | 4.1 |
| MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield, RI | 4.1 |
| W. R. Dutemple School Cranston, RI | 4.1 |
| Robertson School Warwick, RI | 4.0 |
| Norwood School Warwick, RI | 4.2 |
| William Callahan School Harrisville, RI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blackstone Valley Prep Element
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep Element serve?
Blackstone Valley Prep Element serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep Element?
Blackstone Valley Prep Element has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep Element?
The student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep Element is 10.8:1. 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 Element rank in RI?
Blackstone Valley Prep Element ranks #276 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Blackstone Valley Prep Element's MySchoolScout rating?
Blackstone Valley Prep Element has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Element?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackstone Valley Prep Element has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Blackstone Valley Prep Element a charter school?
Yes, Blackstone Valley Prep Element 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 Element a Title I school?
No, Blackstone Valley Prep Element is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackstone Valley Prep Element?
67.3% of students at Blackstone Valley Prep Element 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
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (401) 335-3133
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
- #6 of 6
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