Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, Paul Cuffee Upper 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Cuffee Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul Cuffee Upper School's student population of 243 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Paul Cuffee Upper 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 Paul Cuffee Upper School is 0.42, 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
#237 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Black
22%
9%
White
2%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Cuffee Upper School's ranking?
Paul Cuffee Upper School is ranked #237 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Cuffee Upper School?
The graduation rate of Paul Cuffee Upper School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Paul Cuffee Upper School?
243 students attend Paul Cuffee Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Paul Cuffee Upper School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Cuffee Upper School?
Paul Cuffee Upper School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul Cuffee Upper School offer ?
Paul Cuffee Upper School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Cuffee Upper School part of?
Paul Cuffee Upper School is part of Paul Cuffee Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Cuffee Upper School located?
Paul Cuffee Upper School is located in the Elmwood neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Elmwood.
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