For the 2025 school year, there is 1 alternative public middle school serving 72 students in Rhode Island.
The top ranked alternative public middle 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 middle school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Middle Schools in Rhode Island (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 2-12
| 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public middle schools in Rhode Island?
The top ranked alternative public middle schools in Rhode Island include Chariho Alternative Learning A.
How many alternative public middle schools are located in Rhode Island?
1 alternative public middle schools are located in Rhode Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island alternative public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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