Youthbuild Preparatory Academy serves 115 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy's student population of 115 students has grown by 202% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is 0.50, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
Hispanic
64%
31%
Black
31%
9%
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
115 students attend Youthbuild Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Youthbuild Preparatory Academy offer ?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Youthbuild Preparatory Academy part of?
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy is part of Youthbuild Preparatory Academy School District.
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