Cranston High School East

Achievement First Iluminar Mayoral Academy Elementary School is a public charter school in Cranston serving kindergarten through 4th grade. We belong to Achievement First, a network that grew from Amistad Academy, which opened in New Haven in 1999 with 84 fifth and sixth graders, and now serves about 15,000 students in 41 schools across Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. Our Rhode Island schools serve students from Providence, North Providence, Warwick and Cranston, and every student is admitted through a blind lottery. We provide transportation, and the school is also near the #28 bus line. Alongside core academics and literacy, students take dance, drama and physical education. We meet students where they are while holding high expectations. A Special Education Local Advisory Committee of parents, teachers, administrators and related service providers such as social workers, psychologists and speech-language pathologists works to strengthen services for students with IEPs.

Cranston Adult Education Programs (CAEP) has been a vital educational resource in Rhode Island for over 47 years, dedicated to serving a diverse range of learners, including those with unique challenges and varying abilities. The core mission of CAEP is to provide multifaceted educational and vocational training opportunities that empower individuals to achieve personal and professional success. Catering primarily to adults seeking to enhance their skills, CAEP offers programs such as GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL), and specialized vocational training in fields like Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA), Phlebotomy Technician (PT), and Dental Assistant (DA). The approach taken by CAEP emphasizes inclusivity and cultural richness, ensuring that all learners receive the support they need through ancillary services designed to enhance academic performance and employment readiness. What sets CAEP apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-to-teacher ratio, fostering strong partnerships with families, and creating an environment where every individual can thrive. This dedication not only promotes educational achievement but also builds a community where diversity is celebrated, making CAEP a unique cornerstone for adult education in the region.

Cranston Public Schools serves children ages 3–5 through early learning programs across six public school buildings, two Head Start programs, and community settings. Families can access itinerant services, walk-in support, integrated preschool classrooms, small structured classrooms, and Child Outreach screening.