Many residents of Providence are surprised to know that Downtown Providence's Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts has roots in the Dominican borough of South Providence. In 2007, Trinity’s founders asked community members what they felt was missing in the city's school system. As a result of those conversations, a new school with a focus on the arts was born.
Trinity opened its doors to a small class of 34 students in the fall of 2010 and has since grown to serve over 200 students in seventh through 12th grade. Located right in the center of the “Creative Capital,” the school fits perfectly into the artistic community of Providence.
The goal of the school is to cultivate unfettered creativity and an artist’s mentality among students. Trinity’s nationally recognized performing arts program allows students to study core academic subjects in conjunction with an Arts Pathway curriculum in film, dance, music and theater. The school’s interdisciplinary curriculum provides workshops hosted by visiting artists and dual enrollment classes at local colleges and universities.
Teachers encourage students to view art as a catalyst for learning and healing. However, they balance their nurturing teaching methods with a strong stance on artist resilience, reminding students that despite setbacks and failures, the show must go on.
Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts
Charter Middle, High School
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Grade 7-12
275 Westminster St,
Providence, RI
School Details
Head of School
Elizabeth Richards-hegnauer
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
970
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
17%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B-
B
B-
C
B+
C+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
25
Full Time Teachers
25
Teachers in First or Second Year
43.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
970
Math
480
Verbal
490
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
0%
State Average
4%
Science
1.7%
State Average
13.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
219:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.7%
Male
47.3%
Hispanic
73.7%
Black
17.6%
White
5.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Rhode Island
35 Students
Rhode Island College
34 Students
Boston University
19 Students
Brown University
18 Students
Johnson & Wales University- Providence
14 Students
New York University
13 Students
Providence College
12 Students
Northeastern University
11 Students
Boston College
10 Students
Roger Williams University
10 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
11 Students
Psychology
8 Students
Business
7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
4 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
4 Students
Veterinary Technician and Assistant
4 Students
Film and Video Studies
3 Students
Aerospace Engineering
3 Students
Child Development
3 Students
Developmental and Child Psychology
3 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/18/2024
This school is very small and doesn't have many APs because of that. Most teachers and staff are amazing, but admin is more than questionable.
3/19/2018
I have attended this school since I first entered the seventh grade and I can honestly say that this school has not only prepared me for college but for the life afterwards. Without the help of the teachers and staff at this school I would have never realized my potential as an artist and I would have never been a holder of 4 state titles in the arts. I plan to continue to pursue my studies in the arts and explore the study of law in the college that I choose in the near future.
7/14/2017
The school could be better when it comes to the food and the facilities and the adult support. But it is good when it comes to the class friends and the group work and the teachers. This school is like every school it has ups and downs but the art in this school is amazing and inspiring and shows so much talent. Trust me this school is good in some ways and could be way better in others.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/3/2020
NOT ONLY DOES THE ENTIRE STAFF PROMOTE EDUCATION BUT ARTISTIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES AND ALL CAREER BUILDING NEEDS FROM THE START! THEY ARE THE ABSOLUTE BEST!
10/16/2014
TAPA- Trinity Academy Performing Arts Its a Great school built on strong Curriculum programing & Integrating Arts; Dance, Music, Film & Theater.
5/19/2014
School is great just needs to be better organized and staff needs to be more mature and professional in certain areas. shouldnt be considered a college prep. needs more help in various areas
4/19/2014
Trinity Academy is amazing school in a little RI state. It's the only opportunity for latino and low income family population to get the performing education. Trinity is the only resources to start.
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$637,722
Median Lot Size
5,662 Sq Ft
% Renters
89%
Average Household Income
$122,711
% of College Grads
74.7%
Median Age
32
Average House Size
832 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
48.8%
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Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts is a charter school for students in grades 7-12 located at 275 Westminster St in Providence, RI. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 211 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 17% are proficient in reading. Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average SAT score is 970. The average home value in this area is $637,722. Discover additional schools in the area, like Paul Cuffee Charter School, Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College, Charette Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Providence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts.