Serving 405 students in grades 5-8, Af Providence Mayoral Middle School 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 24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School 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 Af Providence Mayoral Middle School is 0.43, 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
#195 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Black
19%
9%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Af Providence Mayoral Middle School's ranking?
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School is ranked #195 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Af Providence Mayoral Middle School?
405 students attend Af Providence Mayoral Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Af Providence Mayoral Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Af Providence Mayoral Middle School?
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Af Providence Mayoral Middle School offer ?
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Af Providence Mayoral Middle School part of?
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School is part of Achievement First Rhode Island School District.
In what neighborhood is Af Providence Mayoral Middle School located?
Af Providence Mayoral Middle School is located in the Hartford neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Hartford.
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