Serving 447 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Providence, RI, covering approximately 20.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School's student population of 447 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is 0.43, 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
#277 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
67%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)98.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School's ranking?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is ranked #277 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School often compared to?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Classical High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is 67%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
447 students attend Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School offer ?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School part of?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School located?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is located in the Reservoir neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Reservoir.
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