For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,502 students in 02905, RI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI are Metropolitan Career Tech Center and W B Cooley & Academy Internationa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02905 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02905, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02905 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Metropolitan Career Tech Center, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02905, RI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metropolitan Career Tech Center
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 Public Street
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 752-2600
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 752-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
W B Cooley & Academy Internationa
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
182 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1781
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1781
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
02905, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1450 Broad Street
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-9367
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-9367
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
9 Beachmont Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 270-8160
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 270-8160
Gr: 1-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
214 Prairie Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1717
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1717
Gr: PK-1 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
220 Blackstone St
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-9373
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-9373
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
205 Norwood Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 270-8108
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 270-8108
Gr: K-5 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
182 Thurbers Ave
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 278-0562
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 278-0562
Gr: 9-12 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Providence Place Academy (Closed 2005)
Vocational School
182 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 383-0794
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 383-0794
Gr: 11-12
674 Prairie Ave
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 278-0515
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 278-0515
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI include Metropolitan Career Tech Center and W B Cooley & Academy Internationa.
How many public high schools are located in 02905?
2 public high schools are located in 02905.
What is the racial composition of students in 02905?
02905 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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