Serving 372 students in grades 9-12, Narragansett 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Narragansett High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Narragansett, RI, encompassing approximately 37.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Narragansett 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
Narragansett High School's student population of 372 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Narragansett 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 Narragansett High School is 0.21, 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
#39 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mariner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Narragansett High School's ranking?
Narragansett High School is ranked #39 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Narragansett High School often compared to?
Narragansett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kingstown High School, North Kingstown Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Narragansett High School?
The graduation rate of Narragansett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Narragansett High School?
372 students attend Narragansett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Narragansett High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Narragansett High School?
Narragansett High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Narragansett High School offer ?
Narragansett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Narragansett High School part of?
Narragansett High School is part of Narragansett School District.
In what neighborhood is Narragansett High School located?
Narragansett High School is located in the Narragansett Pier neighborhood of Narragansett, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Narragansett Pier.
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