Serving 474 students in grades 9-12, Narragansett High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Narragansett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Narragansett High School's student population of 474 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Narragansett High School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Narragansett High School is 0.19, 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
#34 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Narragansett High School's ranking?
Narragansett High School is ranked #34 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Narragansett High School often compared to?
Narragansett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kingstown High School, North Kingstown Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Narragansett High School?
The graduation rate of Narragansett High School is 95%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Narragansett High School?
474 students attend Narragansett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Narragansett High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Narragansett High School?
Narragansett High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Narragansett High School offer ?
Narragansett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Narragansett High School part of?
Narragansett High School is part of Narragansett School District.
In what neighborhood is Narragansett High School located?
Narragansett High School is located in the Narragansett Pier neighborhood of Narragansett, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Narragansett Pier.
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