Serving 1,043 students in grades 9-12, Chariho 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 36% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chariho High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chariho High School's student population of 1,043 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chariho High School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chariho High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chariho High School's ranking?
Chariho High School is ranked #64 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Chariho High School often compared to?
Chariho High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kingstown High School, Narragansett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chariho High School?
The graduation rate of Chariho High School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Chariho High School?
1,043 students attend Chariho High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Chariho High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chariho High School?
Chariho High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chariho High School offer ?
Chariho High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chariho High School part of?
Chariho High School is part of Chariho School District.
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