Pilgrim High School is a suburban high school in the Pilgrim Park neighborhood of Warwick, Rhode Island. It is a part of Warwick Public Schools. The school is single-storied and features multiple hallways for specific subjects.
Serving 1,137 students in grades 9-12, Pilgrim 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 20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pilgrim High School serves the northeast part of Warwick, RI, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pilgrim High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pilgrim High School's student population of 1,137 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
Home of the Patriots
School Rankings
Pilgrim 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 Pilgrim High School is 0.52, 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
#113 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Pilgrim Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pilgrim High School's ranking?
Pilgrim High School is ranked #113 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Pilgrim High School often compared to?
Pilgrim High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toll Gate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pilgrim High School?
The graduation rate of Pilgrim High School is 91%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Pilgrim High School?
1,137 students attend Pilgrim High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pilgrim High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pilgrim High School?
Pilgrim High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pilgrim High School offer ?
Pilgrim High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pilgrim High School part of?
Pilgrim High School is part of Warwick School District.
In what neighborhood is Pilgrim High School located?
Pilgrim High School is located in the Pilgrim Park neighborhood of Warwick, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Pilgrim Park.
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