Providence Preparatory Charter

Located at 155 Harrison Street in Providence, Rhode Island, Providence Preparatory Charter is an active, independent charter school district designed to serve the educational needs of its midsize city community within the broader Providence-Warwick metropolitan area. Operating as a single-campus local educational agency, the charter specializes in middle-grade education, offering instruction to 244 students spanning fifth through eighth grade. The school’s enrollment is distributed across 46 fifth graders, 70 sixth graders, 65 seventh graders, and 63 eighth graders. Reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the area, the student body includes 154 Hispanic, 66 Black, 14 White, 5 American Indian, and 4 Asian students, with a gender breakdown of 134 male and 110 female learners.

To ensure tailored academic guidance and strong student development, Providence Preparatory Charter operates with a substantial professional network totaling 68 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes 46 full-time equivalent teachers, 3 instructional aides, and 19 dedicated support personnel, fostering an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of approximately five students per teacher. This favorable staffing structure allows the district to provide close mentorship, small-group intervention, and a supportive learning environment. As an autonomous charter district participating in federal education programs, Providence Preparatory Charter combines urban accessibility with focused academic programming. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers can contact the school directly at (401) 400-2748.