Serving 1,085 students in grades 9-12, North 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 22% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 55% 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: 1,085 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Providence High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Providence, RI, covering approximately 5.8 square miles. Most areas within the zone are around a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Providence High School's student population of 1,085 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,085 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Providence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Providence High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#123 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Providence High School's ranking?
North Providence High School is ranked #123 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are North Providence High School often compared to?
North Providence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope High School, Trinity Academy Performing Art by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Providence High School?
The graduation rate of North Providence High School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend North Providence High School?
1,085 students attend North Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North Providence High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Providence High School?
North Providence High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Providence High School offer ?
North Providence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Providence High School part of?
North Providence High School is part of North Providence School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a school where people in it can feel comfortable around teachers and students as a former student all i can say is this school is the best.
i've been to a lot of schools in my life most of them small, but when i stepped into this school i felt lost. it took me a few days to learn the ways around but i got the hang of it with a little help from my friends and the teachers.
the sports teams are very competitive i remember going to the football games and watching the cheerleaders cheer unfortunatly i was only there for a short time and i had absolutely no time to try out. of corse beacause i was in a lot of other clubs they had.
i leave you with this last comment if you are a freshman don't ask upper classman for directions,(the fourth floor isn't real.)
5 10/10/2025
I love this school, both of my boys actually like going to school now. The sports programs I feel are the best there. My youngest son is so busy with homework & sports practices that I hardly ever seen him some days. He's doing awsome in all of his classes and even wants to go to school everyday.
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