RISE PREP MAYORAL ACADEMY

RISE Prep Mayoral Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the RISE Prep Mayoral Academy school district, located in Woonsocket, RI with about 161 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 10 teachers, RISE Prep Mayoral Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

RISE Prep Mayoral Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, serving students in grades K–8. As a Mayoral Academy, the school operates with a unique public-private partnership model designed to provide rigorous academic instruction and a structured environment. Their mission centers on closing the achievement gap by preparing students for long-term success in competitive high schools and, ultimately, post-secondary education. The school emphasizes a culture of high expectations, character development, and a "college-bound" mindset from the earliest grade levels.

The academic approach at RISE Prep is characterized by an extended school day and a longer school year, which allows for more instructional time in core subjects like literacy and mathematics. Beyond traditional academics, the school places a significant focus on developing the "whole child" through social-emotional learning and community-building initiatives. By fostering close relationships between educators, students, and families, RISE Prep aims to create a supportive, equitable environment that empowers students from Woonsocket to overcome systemic barriers and reach their full potential.

For more information, contact RISE Prep Mayoral Academy at (401) 765-5127 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.