BLACKSTONE VALLEY PREP E. 2

Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy school district, located in Cumberland, RI with about 418 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Elementary 2 is a tuition-free public charter school located in Cumberland, Rhode Island, serving students in grades K–4. As part of the broader BVP network, the school operates on the philosophy that every student, regardless of their background or zip code, deserves access to a high-quality education. The campus is designed to foster a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing the development of strong character traits and a sense of community among its diverse student body.

Beyond its core curriculum, BVP Elementary 2 is known for its focus on preparing students for success in middle school, high school, and eventually college. The school utilizes a structured approach to learning that balances academic achievement with social-emotional growth, often integrating small-group instruction to meet individual student needs. By maintaining a supportive and collaborative culture, the school aims to create a foundation where young learners can thrive academically and become engaged, responsible members of their community.

For more information, contact Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 at (401) 305-6860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

52 Broad St.
Cumberland, RI 02864
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BLACKSTONE VALLEY PREP E. 2 is a public Title I Charter school in Cumberland, RI with about 418 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Rhode Island

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Total Students:
418
Teachers:
38
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 418 students

Hispanic/Latino
44.0%
White
33.7%
Black or African American
10.5%
Two or more races
7.2%
Asian
4.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.