Achievement First Providence

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Achievement First Providence ranks 96 th of 166 Rhode Island elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Achievement First Providence is a public charter elementary school serving 466 students in grades K-4 in Providence, Rhode Island, which is part of the Achievement First Rhode Island district.

While Achievement First Providence has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the years, dropping from 36th out of 170 Rhode Island elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 96th out of 166 in 2023-2024, the school's academic performance has been consistently lower than the state averages, especially in the lower grades. In the 2023-2024 school year, only 28% of all students at Achievement First Providence were proficient or better in English Language Arts (ELA), compared to 37.8% statewide for 3rd grade. In mathematics, 32.4% of all students at Achievement First Providence were proficient or better, compared to 21.4% for the Achievement First Rhode Island district. The school's high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 69.74% in 2022-2023 to 0.62% in 2020-2021, suggests that the school serves a predominantly low-income population, which may contribute to the academic challenges.

Interestingly, the performance of Achievement First Providence is generally lower than the nearby public schools, such as Winsor Hill School and Gladstone Street School, which have higher proficiency rates in ELA and math. Despite the relatively high per-student spending at Achievement First Providence, ranging from $12,207 to $15,176 over the past few years, the school's student-teacher ratio has been higher than the nearby public schools, ranging from 27 students per teacher in 2020-2021 to 17.2 in 2022-2023, which may indicate a need to re-evaluate the allocation of resources to ensure optimal learning environments.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-4

370 Hartford Avenue
Providence, RI 02909

(401) 347-1106

District: Achievement First Rhode Island

SchoolDigger Rank:
96^th of 166 Rhode Island Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,207

Student/teacher ratio: 13.5

Number of students: 461

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

75.7%

African American:

16.1%

White:

3.7%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 56.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Achievement First Providence ranks worse than 57.8% of elementary schools in Rhode Island. It also ranks first among 3 ranked elementary schools in the Achievement First Rhode Island School District! (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 35.56. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (75.7%), African American (16.1%), White (3.7%). (See more...)

Compare Details 56.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Achievement First Rhode Island School District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Achievement First Providence is 13.5, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the Achievement First Rhode Island School District! (See more...)

Compare Achievement First Providence employs 34 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Achievement First Providence is $12,207. 1 elementary schools in the Achievement First Rhode Island School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Achievement First Providence was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Achievement First Rhode Island:

SchoolDigger ranks Achievement First Rhode Island 41^st of 60 Rhode Island school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Achievement First Providence

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	RI State Percentile
2016	76.04	36^th	170	78.8%
2017	62.30	69^th	168	58.9%
2018	61.72	63^rd	169	62.7%
2019	69.11	53^rd	169	68.6%
2021	35.26	99^th	166	40.4%
2022	26.75	115^th	166	30.7%
2023	22.65	129^th	167	22.8%
2024	35.56	96^th	166	42.2%

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Data source: test scores: Rhode Island Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Achievement First Providence

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2014	11	47	4	106	3	9	180
2015	14	64	4	175	2	13	272
2016	18	76	4	233	2	18	351
2017	18	96	8	308	3	18	451
2018	19	90	7	317	0	18	451
2019	21	95	7	325	3	11	462
2020	22	84	9	345	7	7	474
2021	26	96	9	345	7	3	486
2022	29	88	11	329	6	4	467
2023	25	88	9	334	6	4	466
2024	17	74	9	349	3	9	461

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Achievement First Providence

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2014	180	11.0	16.3	85.6
2015	272	15.0	18.1	84.6
2016	351	28.0	12.5	85.2
2017	451	32.2	14.0	73.2
2018	451	28.0	16.1	85.6
2019	462	24.0	19.2	87.7
2020	474	19.0	24.9	60.3
2021	486	18.0	27.0	0.6
2022	467	24.2	19.2	0.6
2023	466	27.0	17.2	69.7
2024	461	34.0	13.5	56.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Achievement First Providence

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2014	180	11.0	16.3	85.6
2015	272	15.0	18.1	84.6
2016	351	28.0	12.5	85.2
2017	451	32.2	14.0	73.2
2018	451	28.0	16.1	85.6
2019	462	24.0	19.2	87.7
2020	474	19.0	24.9	60.3
2021	486	18.0	27.0	0.6
2022	467	24.2	19.2	0.6
2023	466	27.0	17.2	69.7
2024	461	34.0	13.5	56.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Achievement First Providence

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$1,901 (12.5%)	$13,275 (87.5%)	$15,176
2019	$984 (7.9%)	$11,439 (92.1%)	$12,423
2020	$587 (4.5%)	$12,542 (95.5%)	$13,128
2021	$1,969 (16.1%)	$10,237 (83.9%)	$12,207

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Achievement First Providence

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 53^rd of 169 Elementary schools	Ranks 129^th of 167 Elementary schools	45.9%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Achievement First Providence)	52.9	26.8	26.1%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Achievement First Rhode Island)	63.7	26.9	36.8%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	47.9	36.8	11.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Achievement First Providence)	51.2	22.7	28.5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Achievement First Rhode Island)	52.8	27.2	25.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	36.1	34.5	1.6%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Achievement First Providence)	44.9	19.1	25.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Achievement First Rhode Island)	58.2	30.7	27.5%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	37.2	33.3	3.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Achievement First Providence)	54	23.4	30.6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Achievement First Rhode Island)	62.8	31.7	31.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	32.6	36	3.4%
All Grades English Language Arts (Achievement First Providence)	48.9	23	25.9%
All Grades English Language Arts (Achievement First Rhode Island)	57.1	29.9	27.2%
All Grades Mathematics (Achievement First Providence)	52.6	23	29.6%
All Grades Mathematics (Achievement First Rhode Island)	54	26.4	27.6%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	462	466	0.9%
African American	95	88	7.4%
American Indian	3	6	100%
Asian	7	9	28.6%
Hispanic	325	334	2.8%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	21	25	19%
Two or More Races	11	4	63.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	87.7%	69.7%	17.9%

Schools Near Achievement First Providence

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				NGSA Science (2024)	RICAS English Language Arts (2024)				RICAS Mathematics (2024)				Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NGSA Science All Grades	RICAS English Language Arts 3rd Grade	RICAS English Language Arts 4th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts 5th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts All Grades	RICAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	RICAS Mathematics 4th Grade	RICAS Mathematics 5th Grade	RICAS Mathematics All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Achievement First Providence	Public, Charter	K-4	370 Hartford Avenue	Providence	02909	Providence County	Achievement First Rhode Island	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 347-1106	461	34	13.5	56.4%	17 (3.7%)	74 (16.1%)	349 (75.7%)	9 (2.0%)	3 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (2.0%)	35.6	96^th of 166 public elementary schools	42.2%		22.7	129^th of 167 public elementary schools	22.8%	33		31.2	25.0		28.0	30.1	34.7		32.4	$12,207	$1,969	$10,237
Achievement First Envision Ele	Public, Charter	K-3	370 Hartford Ave	Providence	02909	Providence County	Achievement First Rhode Island	Yes	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 347-1115	357	25	14.2	46.2%	11 (3.1%)	77 (21.6%)	254 (71.1%)	3 (0.8%)	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (2.5%)	15.9	145^th of 166 public elementary schools	12.7%					(n/a)		20.4				21.5
Frank D. Spaziano Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	85 Laurel Hill Avenue	Providence	02909	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9389	500	31	16.1	77.2%	25 (5.0%)	16 (3.2%)	394 (78.8%)	1 (0.2%)	5 (1.0%)	1 (0.2%)	7 (1.4%)	22.7	133^rd of 166 public elementary schools	19.9%		24.4	126^th of 167 public elementary schools	24.6%	7	14.3	22.0	18.3	19.2	19.8	29.7	26.3	18.7	24.9	$16,789	$2,385	$14,404
Anthony Carnevale Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	50 Springfield Street	Providence	02909	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 278-0554	477	40	11.9	81.6%	38 (8.0%)	60 (12.6%)	307 (64.4%)	17 (3.6%)	6 (1.3%)	1 (0.2%)	21 (4.4%)	12.6	155^th of 166 public elementary schools	6.6%		11.3	153^rd of 167 public elementary schools	8.4%	2	13.6	8.6	8.6	6.3	7.8	26.8	19.4		16.8	$24,837	$3,131	$21,706
William D'Abate Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	60 Kossuth Street	Providence	02909	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9416	401	23	17.4	90.8%	17 (4.2%)	38 (9.5%)	307 (76.6%)	2 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	17 (4.2%)	21.9	135^th of 166 public elementary schools	18.7%		20.5	134^th of 167 public elementary schools	19.8%	1	22.4	11.3	16.4	27.7	17.3	8.2	29.7	22.4	19.9	$14,464	$2,445	$12,019
Webster Avenue School	Public	K-5	191 Webster Avenue	Providence	02909	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9414	311	23	13.5	87.8%	22 (7.1%)	21 (6.8%)	236 (75.9%)	4 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	5 (1.6%)	8.6	161^st of 166 public elementary schools	3.0%		10.5	155^th of 167 public elementary schools	7.2%	6	7.0	18.6	8.8	5.4	10.3	12.8	6.9	10.5	9.9	$18,730	$4,106	$14,624
George J. West Elementary School	Public	K-5	145 Beaufort Street	Providence	02908	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9337	533	42	12.6	89.3%	32 (6.0%)	88 (16.5%)	347 (65.1%)	6 (1.1%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	35 (6.6%)	18.2	139^th of 166 public elementary schools	16.3%		17.3	140^th of 167 public elementary schools	16.2%	1	17.7	18.8	14.9	15.1	16.1	32.2	20.0	10.5	19.9	$14,049	$2,339	$11,709
Asa Messer Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	1655 Westminster Street	Providence	02909	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9401	538	31	17.3	80.5%	30 (5.6%)	56 (10.4%)	359 (66.7%)	26 (4.8%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	16 (3.0%)	48.6	78^th of 166 public elementary schools	53.0%		15.7	144^th of 167 public elementary schools	13.8%	66		45.3	36.6		40.0	35.1	29.2		31.7	$17,564	$2,167	$15,397
Winsor Hill School	Public	1-5	100 Theresa Street	Johnston	02919	Providence County	Johnston	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 831-4619	380	31	12.2	51.8%	199 (52.4%)	30 (7.9%)	128 (33.7%)	17 (4.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	5 (1.3%)	31.7	106^th of 166 public elementary schools	36.1%		26.8	124^th of 167 public elementary schools	25.7%	18	33.7	31.5	29.0	22.8	27.9	30.4	12.9	15.9	20.5	$13,296	$1,170	$12,125
Pleasant View School	Public	PK, KG-5	110 Paul Street	Providence	02904	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9325	419	37	11.3	71.1%	44 (10.5%)	52 (12.4%)	235 (56.1%)	10 (2.4%)	4 (1.0%)	2 (0.5%)	24 (5.7%)	18.4	138^th of 166 public elementary schools	16.9%		14.8	147^th of 167 public elementary schools	12.0%	9	19.1	13.0	22.2	17.0	17.4	15.2	20.9	17.0	17.6	$26,648	$2,852	$23,796

Frequently Asked Questions about Achievement First Providence

How many students attend Achievement First Providence?

In the 2023-24 school year, 461 students attended Achievement First Providence.

What district is Achievement First Providence in?

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What is the racial makeup of Achievement First Providence?

Students at Achievement First Providence are 76% Hispanic, 16% African American, 4% White, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

Is Achievement First Providence a good school?

Achievement First Providence ranks 96^th of 166 Rhode Island elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

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