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#29 of 302 schools in RI

Top 9% in state

Blackstone Valley Prep High

High School · Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy

65 Macondray St., Cumberland, RI 02864

Charter

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#29 of 302

In Cumberland

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Blackstone Valley Prep High

Blackstone Valley Prep High is a public high school in Cumberland, RI, part of Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy. Blackstone Valley Prep High serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackstone Valley Prep High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Blackstone Valley Prep High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above RI schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Blackstone Valley Prep High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation50.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,680
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Blackstone Valley Prep High — Students at Blackstone Valley Prep High score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
47%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Blackstone Valley Prep High Compares

See how Blackstone Valley Prep High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in RI
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
1
0 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
50.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics1sport offered
0 boys'·1 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

65 Macondray St., Cumberland, RI 02864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blackstone Valley Prep High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), with a comparable rating. Another option is B.F. Norton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cumberland, see our Cumberland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland 0.2 mi 4.3
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland 0.2 mi 7.2
B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland 0.4 mi 7.7
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 0.5 mi 7.8
The Learning Community Central Falls 0.8 mi 6.1
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 0.9 mi 5.3
Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls 0.9 mi 4.7
Ella Risk School Central Falls 1.0 mi 5.9
Joseph L. McCourt MS Cumberland 1.0 mi 6.0
Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls 1.0 mi 6.1
Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls 1.1 mi 6.4
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls 1.0 mi 7.5
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 1.2 mi 4.9
G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls 1.3 mi 5.3
Saylesville Elementary Lincoln 1.3 mi 4.4
Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln 1.2 mi 5.3
THE SPURWINK SCHOOL Lincoln 1.3 mi
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 1.5 mi 6.2
Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro 1.3 mi 5.1
Garvin Memorial Cumberland 1.8 mi 6.6

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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Exeter-West Greenwich Regional West Greenwich, RI 8.6
Narragansett High School Narragansett, RI 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blackstone Valley Prep High

What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep High serve?

Blackstone Valley Prep High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep High?

Blackstone Valley Prep High has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep High?

The student-teacher ratio at Blackstone Valley Prep High is 12.8:1. 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 High rank in RI?

Blackstone Valley Prep High ranks #29 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Blackstone Valley Prep High's MySchoolScout rating?

Blackstone Valley Prep High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackstone Valley Prep High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Blackstone Valley Prep High a charter school?

Yes, Blackstone Valley Prep High 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 High a Title I school?

No, Blackstone Valley Prep High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blackstone Valley Prep High?

66.8% of students at Blackstone Valley Prep High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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