Summary:
The Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy district in Rhode Island operates two middle schools: Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E and Blackstone Valley Prep Junior High. These schools serve students in grades 5-8 and are located in the Blackstone Valley region of the state.
Based on the available data, Blackstone Valley Prep Junior High appears to be the standout school in the district. The school has consistently ranked higher among Rhode Island middle schools, with a 2023-2024 ranking of 27th out of 64 schools and a 2024-2025 ranking of 27th out of 66 schools. Additionally, Blackstone Valley Prep Junior High has higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages, particularly in 8th grade. The school also has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.2 and a higher per-student spending of $14,234, suggesting more resources and individualized attention for students.
In contrast, Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E has a higher student-teacher ratio of 17 and a lower per-student spending of $12,630. Both schools have relatively low proficiency rates compared to the state averages, particularly in Mathematics, which may be attributed to the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 67.26% at Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E to 71.78% at Blackstone Valley Prep Junior High.
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