Serving 1,659 students in grades 9-12, East Providence High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 1,659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Providence High School's student population of 1,659 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Providence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Providence High School is 0.58, 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
#182 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
62%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Providence High School's ranking?
East Providence High School is ranked #182 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are East Providence High School often compared to?
East Providence High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Providence High School?
The graduation rate of East Providence High School is 86%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend East Providence High School?
1,659 students attend East Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Providence High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Providence High School?
East Providence High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Providence High School offer ?
East Providence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Providence High School part of?
East Providence High School is part of East Providence School District.
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