Ponaganset High School is a school of the Foster-Glocester School District, located in Glocester, Rhode Island in Providence County. The majority of high school students live in the rural towns of Glocester and Foster, Rhode Island.
Serving 869 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 12% 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: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponaganset High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in North Scituate, RI, covering approximately 108.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Ponaganset High School's student population of 869 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
869 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
These Doors Lead to Excellence
School Rankings
Ponaganset High School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponaganset High School is 0.22, 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
#68 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Chieftains
Source: 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 #68 out of 287 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, Scituate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponaganset High School?
The graduation rate of Ponaganset High School is 93%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 84.1%.
How many students attend Ponaganset High School?
869 students attend Ponaganset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ponaganset High School students are White, 6% 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 Ponaganset High School?
Ponaganset High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponaganset High School offer ?
Ponaganset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponaganset High School part of?
Ponaganset High School is part of Foster-Glocester School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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