Chariho High School is a public high school located in the rural village of Wood River Junction, Rhode Island, in the town of Richmond. It is part of the Chariho Regional School District, serving the towns of Charlestown, Richmond, and Hopkinton.
Serving 991 students in grades 9-12, Chariho High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chariho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chariho High School's student population of 991 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
991 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chariho High School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chariho High School is 0.19, 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
#56 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chariho High School's ranking?
Chariho High School is ranked #56 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Chariho High School often compared to?
Chariho High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kingstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chariho High School?
The graduation rate of Chariho High School is 97%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Chariho High School?
991 students attend Chariho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chariho High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chariho High School?
Chariho High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chariho High School offer ?
Chariho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chariho High School part of?
Chariho High School is part of Chariho School District.
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