BLACKSTONE ACADEMY CHARTER

Blackstone Academy Charter School, located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, is a public charter high school dedicated to cultivating a community of lifelong learners who are deeply engaged with their local environment. Operating with a philosophy that prioritizes social justice, academic rigor, and civic responsibility, the school emphasizes a "real-world" approach to education. By integrating community-based learning projects and internships into the core curriculum, Blackstone Academy encourages students to develop the critical thinking and collaborative skills necessary to address complex issues facing their neighborhoods and the broader society.

The school is well-regarded for its tight-knit, inclusive culture, where students, families, and faculty work together to foster a supportive learning environment. With a mission rooted in the belief that all students can succeed, Blackstone Academy places a strong focus on personalized instruction and professional development, ensuring that its graduates are not only college-ready but also empowered to act as informed, empathetic citizens. Through its commitment to service learning and social advocacy, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and community action, ultimately striving to prepare students to make a positive, lasting impact in Pawtucket and beyond.

334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
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BLACKSTONE ACADEMY CHARTER is a public Title I Charter school in Pawtucket, RI with about 348 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Rhode Island

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
District:
Blackstone Academy
Total Students:
348
Teachers:
24.55
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
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 348 students

Hispanic/Latino
58.0%
Black or African American
25.9%
White
13.5%
Two or more races
1.4%
Asian
1.1%

Female
52.9%
Male
47.1%

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.