Trinity Academy Performing Art
Charter School
234 Students
High School 5th - 12th
School Overview
**Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts (TAPA)**, located at 150 Washington Street in downtown Providence, is a specialized public charter school serving students in grades 7 through 12. Founded on the belief that the arts are an essential vehicle for academic and personal growth, the school integrates a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with an intensive performing arts conservatory model. Students at TAPA engage in daily training in disciplines such as dance, theater, music, and visual arts, allowing them to balance traditional academic requirements with professional-level artistic development.
Beyond its academic and artistic focus, TAPA is widely recognized for its commitment to social-emotional learning and community engagement. The school fosters a culturally responsive and inclusive environment that encourages students to find their voices and express themselves as leaders and social advocates. By leveraging its prime location in the heart of Providence’s arts district, TAPA frequently collaborates with local cultural institutions, providing students with unique opportunities to perform, exhibit their work, and engage with the city’s vibrant professional arts community.
Beyond its academic and artistic focus, TAPA is widely recognized for its commitment to social-emotional learning and community engagement. The school fosters a culturally responsive and inclusive environment that encourages students to find their voices and express themselves as leaders and social advocates. By leveraging its prime location in the heart of Providence’s arts district, TAPA frequently collaborates with local cultural institutions, providing students with unique opportunities to perform, exhibit their work, and engage with the city’s vibrant professional arts community.
234
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 178 |
| Black | 34 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic178 (77.1%)
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Black34 (14.7%)
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Two or More9 (3.9%)
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White8 (3.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts |
| Phone: | (401)432-7881 |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 234 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 158 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
30
Grade 7
39
Grade 8
38
Grade 9
29
Grade 10
36
Grade 11
34
Grade 12
28
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 30 |
| Grade 7 | 39 |
| Grade 8 | 38 |
| Grade 9 | 29 |
| Grade 10 | 36 |
| Grade 11 | 34 |
| Grade 12 | 28 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 130 | 55.6% |
| Male | 101 | 43.2% |
| Not Specified | 3 | 1.2% |
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