For the 2025 school year, there are 2 alternative public high schools serving 205 students in Rhode Island.
The top ranked alternative public high 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 high schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Rhode Island alternative public high school have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Rhode Island average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chariho Alternative Learning A, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public High Schools in Rhode Island (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chariho Alternative Learning A
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
455c Switch Road
Wood River Junction, RI 02894
(401) 315-2880
Wood River Junction, RI 02894
(401) 315-2880
Grades: 2-12
| 72 students
Rank: n/an/a
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
217 Westminister Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7528
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7528
Grades: 9-12
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public high schools in Rhode Island?
The top ranked alternative public high schools in Rhode Island include Chariho Alternative Learning A.
How many alternative public high schools are located in Rhode Island?
2 alternative public high schools are located in Rhode Island.
What is the racial composition of students in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island alternative public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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