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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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
High School in Providence · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of YouthBuild Preparatory Academy. Youthbuild Preparatory Academy serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 133:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Based on limited data: 25% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy runs 133:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
78% of students at Youthbuild Preparatory Academy 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.
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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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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. Classical High School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Village Green Virtual (rated 7.5/10, 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 | 7.5 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| 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 | 8.1 |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Apprenticeship Exploration Sch Cranston, RI | 5.0 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence, RI | 5.8 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence, RI | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School Providence, RI | 7.0 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket, RI | 7.2 |
| 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.
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.2%
- Phone
- (401) 273-7528
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