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The Hope Academy

Elementary School · The Hope Academy

1000 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02905

Charter

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#200 of 302

In Providence

#33 of 58

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The Hope Academy

5.4/10

Elementary School in Providence · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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About The Hope Academy

The Hope Academy is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of The Hope Academy. The Hope Academy serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for The Hope Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below RI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

The Hope Academy 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,438
Chronic Absenteeism27%

The Hope Academy — Students at The Hope Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How The Hope Academy Compares

See how The Hope Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
34th percentile in RI
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

Location

1000 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02905

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Hope Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GRACE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vartan Gregorian El. School (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert L. Bailey IV (rated 7.2/10, 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
THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence 0.0 mi 8.7
360 High School Providence 0.2 mi 6.0
W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence 0.2 mi 5.3
Mary E. Fogarty El. School Providence 0.3 mi 5.9
Roger Williams Middle Providence 0.3 mi 5.2
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence 0.4 mi 6.7
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence 0.5 mi 6.8
BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 0.5 mi 5.2
Robert L. Bailey IV Providence 0.6 mi 7.2
Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence 0.6 mi 2.6
Highlander Elementary Charter Providence 0.6 mi 6.1
COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence 0.9 mi 6.4
SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence 0.9 mi 6.7
Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence 0.9 mi 6.8
Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence 1.1 mi 6.3
Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence 1.4 mi 7.3
Edgewood Highland Cranston 1.4 mi 5.7
Central High School Providence 1.3 mi 5.3
Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence 1.1 mi 4.4
FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence 1.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,126

Median Home Value

$322,700

Median Rent

$1,103/mo

Population

24,780

College Educated

29.3%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Hope Academy

What grades does The Hope Academy serve?

The Hope Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Hope Academy?

The Hope Academy has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hope Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Hope Academy is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does The Hope Academy rank in RI?

The Hope Academy ranks #200 of 302 schools in RI.

What is The Hope Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Hope Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 The Hope Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, The Hope Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is The Hope Academy a charter school?

Yes, The Hope Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is The Hope Academy a Title I school?

No, The Hope Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Hope Academy?

58.2% of students at The Hope Academy 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.0%

District

The Hope Academy
District Enrollment
319
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,438
District Rank
#1 of 1

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