Welcome to
RISE Prep Upper Academy will have a maximum of 400 scholars in grades 9-12 when fully enrolled. Our founding 9th and 10th grades will be educated in a newly renovated educational space while we construct our brand-new permanent facility set to open in the Fall of 2027.
- Small class size with individualized approach to learning
- Rigorous college and preparatory curriculum and experiences
- Personalized college and career counseling
DISCOVER
RISE PREP UPPER ACADEMY
Experience the Next Chapter of RISE Prep
RISE Prep Upper Academy builds on the successful model of our flagship K-8 school and opens with its inaugural 9th grade class in the 2024-2025 school year, starting with 70 scholars enrolled. RISE Prep Upper Academy will grow one grade each year until it reaches grades 9-12 in the 2028-2029 school year.
Children residing in Woonsocket and Burrillville are welcome to apply for RISE Prep Upper Academy for ninth grade. Children residing in North Smithfield currently enrolled in K-8 may also apply for 9th grade.
- 2024-2025
RISE Prep Upper Academy welcomes its inaugural 9th grade class - 2025-2026
RISE Prep Upper Academy begins to accept 9th and 10th graders - 2026-2027
RISE Prep Upper Academy begins to accept 9th, 10th, and 11th graders - 2027-2028
RISE Prep Upper Academy begins to accept 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders
CORE
VALUES
RESPECT
We are kind to and supportive of others and know that every person is worthy of dignity.
INTEGRITY
We do the right thing even when no one is looking, because it is the right thing to do, and that is who we are.
SELF-DETERMINATION
We know that hard work makes anything possible and we never give up.
EXCELLENCE
We give everything our very best, and know that excellence is a learned habit.
LAUNCHING THE FUTURE
Introducing RISE Prep Upper Academy — our high school program designed to elevate academic excellence and personalized learning. Opening in Fall 2024, this next phase of RISE Prep builds on our K-8 success, offering a focused, rigorous education for future scholars. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey, preparing students not just for college, but for life.
OUR BELIEFS
We believe that all scholars can achieve at high levels
We believe in providing a rigorous college and career preparatory education to all scholars with a focus on deeper learning and academic success
We believe that character development can and must be taught in order to prepare all scholars for success in high school, college and life.
Upper Academy (9-12) Leadership Team
Megan Bailey
Director 9th Grade
Andrew Smith
Director 10th-11th Grade
Natasha Vazquez
Dean of School Operations
Contact
600 Social Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895
Phone: (401) 597-6997
Fax: (401) 765-5140
Email: Info@riseprepri.org
There is free parking in the lot directly next to Boys & Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island.
Hours
Monday – Friday
7:45 am – 2:35 pm
RISE Prep Upper Academy
600 Social Street
Woonsocket, RI 02895
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