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Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
High School · YouthBuild Preparatory Academy
217 Westminister Street, Providence, RI 02903
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
133:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
133:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of the YouthBuild Preparatory Academy. The school serves approximately 133 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 133:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,987, where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 133 students, Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is 133:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 133 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 133:1
- Address
- 217 Westminister Street, Providence, RI 02903
- Phone
- (401) 273-7528
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Youthbuild Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Youthbuild Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
217 Westminister Street, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Youthbuild Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is Central High School (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Village Green Virtual (rated 6.8/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Youthbuild Preparatory Academy has a median household income of $62,987. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $365,600, with a median rent of $1,640/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket, RI | 5.4 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence, RI | 5.8 |
| Charette Charter School Providence, RI | 6.2 |
| Apprenticeship Exploration Sch Cranston, RI | 6.7 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence, RI | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
What grades does Youthbuild Preparatory Academy serve?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is 133:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Youthbuild Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Youthbuild Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
70.7% of students at Youthbuild Preparatory 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,935/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Providence). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 133:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 273-7528
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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