Serving 410 students in grades 9-12, Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep High School's student population of 410 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep High School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Valley Prep High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
16%
9%
White
18%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackstone Valley Prep High School's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School is ranked #103 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep High School often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davies Career-tech High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackstone Valley Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Blackstone Valley Prep High School is 95%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep High School?
410 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Blackstone Valley Prep High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep High School?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep High School offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep High School part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep High School located?
Blackstone Valley Prep High School is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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