Very Good
#88 of 302 schools in RI
Top 29% in state
Trinity Academy Performing Art
High School · Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts
275 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#88 of 302
In Providence
#7 of 58
public schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Trinity Academy Performing Art
Trinity Academy Performing Art is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts. Trinity Academy Performing Art serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Academy Performing Art has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Trinity Academy Performing Art show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Trinity Academy Performing Art sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Trinity Academy Performing Art 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.
34% of students at Trinity Academy Performing Art 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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Trinity Academy Performing Art — Students at Trinity Academy Performing Art score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 7.0/10.
How Trinity Academy Performing Art Compares
See how Trinity Academy Performing Art performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
275 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Academy Performing Art may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Classical High School (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Village Green Virtual (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 0.1 mi | — |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,987
Median Home Value
$365,600
Median Rent
$1,640/mo
Population
12,309
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
21.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket, RI | 7.2 |
| Charette Charter School Providence, RI | 7.0 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence, RI | 7.5 |
| The Greene School West Greenwich, RI | 6.4 |
| Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence, RI | 6.3 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence, RI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trinity Academy Performing Art
What grades does Trinity Academy Performing Art serve?
Trinity Academy Performing Art serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Trinity Academy Performing Art?
Trinity Academy Performing Art has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Academy Performing Art?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Academy Performing Art is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trinity Academy Performing Art rank in RI?
Trinity Academy Performing Art ranks #88 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Trinity Academy Performing Art's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity Academy Performing Art 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 Trinity Academy Performing Art?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trinity Academy Performing Art has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Trinity Academy Performing Art a charter school?
Yes, Trinity Academy Performing Art is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Trinity Academy Performing Art a Title I school?
No, Trinity Academy Performing Art is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trinity Academy Performing Art?
85.4% of students at Trinity Academy Performing Art 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (401) 432-7881
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts- District Enrollment
- 205
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,571
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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