Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rise Prep Mayoral Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy's student population of 573 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 94% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rise Prep Mayoral Academy is 0.71, which is more 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
#130 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
6%
9%
White
39%
50%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise Prep Mayoral Academy's ranking?
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy is ranked #130 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Rise Prep Mayoral Academy?
573 students attend Rise Prep Mayoral Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rise Prep Mayoral Academy students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rise Prep Mayoral Academy?
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rise Prep Mayoral Academy offer ?
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rise Prep Mayoral Academy part of?
Rise Prep Mayoral Academy is part of RISE Prep Mayoral Academy School District.
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