Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgewood Highland 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgewood Highland's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgewood Highland 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 Edgewood Highland is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
5%
9%
White
33%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Highland's ranking?
Edgewood Highland is ranked #215 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Edgewood Highland often compared to?
Edgewood Highlandis often viewed alongside schools like Edward S. Rhodes School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Highland?
276 students attend Edgewood Highland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edgewood Highland students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Highland?
Edgewood Highland has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgewood Highland offer ?
Edgewood Highland offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgewood Highland part of?
Edgewood Highland is part of Cranston School District.
In what neighborhood is Edgewood Highland located?
Edgewood Highland is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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