For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 alternative public schools serving 235 students in Rhode Island.
The top-ranked alternative public school in Rhode Island is Chariho Alternative Learning A. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rhode Island alternative public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 34% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Schools in Rhode Island (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chariho Alternative Learning A
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455c Switch Road
Wood River Junction, RI 02894
(401) 315-2880
Wood River Junction, RI 02894
(401) 315-2880
Gr: 1-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Cranston Early Learning Center
Alternative School
45 Sprague Avenue
Cranston, RI 02910
(401) 270-8057
Cranston, RI 02910
(401) 270-8057
Gr: PK | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
217 Westminister Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7528
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7528
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public schools in Rhode Island?
The top-ranked alternative public schools in Rhode Island include Chariho Alternative Learning A.
How many alternative public schools are located in Rhode Island?
3 alternative public schools are located in Rhode Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island alternative public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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