Times² STEM Academy is a charter school in Providence, Rhode Island that specializes in teaching science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Times2 Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Times2 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Times2 Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Times2 Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Times2 Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
24%
9%
White
8%
50%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bald Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Times2 Elementary School's ranking?
Times2 Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Times2 Elementary School?
322 students attend Times2 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Times2 Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Times2 Elementary School?
Times2 Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Times2 Elementary School offer ?
Times2 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Times2 Elementary School part of?
Times2 Elementary School is part of Providence School District.
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