Achievement First Rhode Island

The Achievement First Rhode Island district operates 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, serving predominantly low-income communities in Rhode Island. While some schools, like Achievement First Iluminar and AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle School, have outperformed the district average on state assessments, the overall academic performance of the schools is inconsistent, with several schools seeing declines in their statewide rankings in recent years.

The schools face significant challenges in serving their low-income student populations, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 56.44% to 81.59%. While the relatively low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 12.8 to 17.2, could be an asset, this has not yet translated to strong academic outcomes, indicating a need to further examine instructional practices and support for teachers. The data highlights the importance of considering contextual factors, such as socioeconomic status and resource allocation, when evaluating school performance.

Overall, the Achievement First Rhode Island district has some standout performers, but also significant room for improvement, particularly in serving their low-income student populations. The district as a whole is ranked 41 out of 60 in Rhode Island and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, suggesting the need for continued efforts to support and improve the quality of education provided to students in this area.