Summary:
Providence Preparatory Charter is the sole middle school in this data set, serving grades 5-8 with an enrollment of 225 students. Despite receiving significant funding of $19,809 per student, the school is struggling, ranking 52nd out of 66 Rhode Island middle schools and earning a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The school's academic performance is a major concern, with proficiency rates on state assessments well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 16.5% of students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 30.8% to 34.8% across the grade levels. The math proficiency rates were even lower, ranging from 8.7% to 13.5%, compared to the state averages of 26.4% to 31.6%. This poor academic performance suggests Providence Preparatory Charter is failing to provide a high-quality education for its students.
The school's demographics, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicate it serves a predominantly low-income population. Additionally, the high student-teacher ratio of 225:1 may contribute to the challenges the school faces in improving student outcomes. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of Providence Preparatory Charter, suggesting the school requires significant intervention and support to address its academic deficiencies and better serve its students.
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