Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackstone Valley Prep 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackstone Valley Prep's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
School Motto
To prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond.
School Mascot
Bvp Scholars
School Rankings
Blackstone Valley Prep 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 Blackstone Valley Prep is 0.63, 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
#169 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
53%
30%
Black
25%
9%
White
17%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bvp Scholars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackstone Valley Prep's ranking?
Blackstone Valley Prep is ranked #169 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Blackstone Valley Prep often compared to?
Blackstone Valley Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High School, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Valley Prep?
406 students attend Blackstone Valley Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blackstone Valley Prep students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Valley Prep?
Blackstone Valley Prep has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackstone Valley Prep offer ?
Blackstone Valley Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackstone Valley Prep part of?
Blackstone Valley Prep is part of Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Valley Prep located?
Blackstone Valley Prep is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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