Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Hope Academy 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 14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Hope Academy's student population of 320 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The Hope Academy 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 The Hope Academy is 0.45, 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
#229 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
31%
Black
17%
9%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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 The Hope Academy's ranking?
The Hope Academy is ranked #229 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are The Hope Academy often compared to?
The Hope Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Reservoir Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend The Hope Academy?
320 students attend The Hope Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of The Hope Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Hope Academy?
The Hope Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Hope Academy offer ?
The Hope Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Hope Academy part of?
The Hope Academy is part of The HOPE Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Hope Academy located?
The Hope Academy is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.
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