Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Learning Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Learning Community's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Learning Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Learning Community is 0.34, 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
#206 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
5%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 The Learning Community's ranking?
The Learning Community is ranked #206 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend The Learning Community?
571 students attend The Learning Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of The Learning Community students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Learning Community?
The Learning Community has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Learning Community offer ?
The Learning Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Learning Community part of?
The Learning Community is part of Learning Community School District.
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