East Providence High School is a public high school located in East Providence, Rhode Island. It instructs grade levels 9 through 12 and is operated by the East Providence School Department. As of the 2021-2022 year, there was an approximate student population of 1,500 students.
Serving 1,697 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 16% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (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 1,697 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1884
Colors
White, Crimson
School Rankings
East Providence High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Providence High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
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%
4%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
12%
9%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Townie
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Providence High School's ranking?
East Providence High School is ranked #181 out of 287 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
1,697 students attend East Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of East Providence High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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