Serving 949 students in grades 9-12, Ponaganset High School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponaganset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ponaganset High School's student population of 949 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponaganset High School ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponaganset High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponaganset High School's ranking?
Ponaganset High School is ranked #58 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Ponaganset High School often compared to?
Ponaganset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponaganset High School?
The graduation rate of Ponaganset High School is 94%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ponaganset High School?
949 students attend Ponaganset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ponaganset High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Ponaganset High School?
Ponaganset High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponaganset High School offer ?
Ponaganset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ponaganset High School part of?
Ponaganset High School is part of Foster-Glocester School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
the qualtiy of this school is execptional. the programs offered cover many of the desired filed that studens are intrested in and the actuall academic ones. i think that there should be corses avaliable to students who are intrested in becomin doctors or even crimalists. the music, art , and sports programs are ver nice. we have just the right amount to offer so that we can stil focus on our studies. we dnt have many awards if any to offer students or athlets. the facilities could be nicer. the level of parten involvment depends on how active the kids are in the school, most arent.
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