Serving 1,585 students in grades 9-12, East Providence High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Providence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
East Providence High School's student population of 1,585 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Providence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Providence High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
12%
9%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Providence High School's ranking?
East Providence High School is ranked #142 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are East Providence High School often compared to?
East Providence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Providence High School?
The graduation rate of East Providence High School is 89%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend East Providence High School?
1,585 students attend East Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Providence High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Providence High School?
East Providence High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Providence High School offer ?
East Providence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Providence High School part of?
East Providence High School is part of East Providence School District.
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