For the 2026 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 (2026)
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: 2-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
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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