Serving 1,599 students in grades 9-12, Woonsocket 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 6% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woonsocket High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woonsocket High School's student population of 1,599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Villa Novans
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
School Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#239 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
14%
9%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woonsocket High School's ranking?
Woonsocket High School is ranked #239 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Woonsocket High School often compared to?
Woonsocket High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E. Shea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woonsocket High School?
The graduation rate of Woonsocket High School is 66%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Woonsocket High School?
1,599 students attend Woonsocket High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Woonsocket High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woonsocket High School?
Woonsocket High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woonsocket High School offer ?
Woonsocket High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woonsocket High School part of?
Woonsocket High School is part of Woonsocket School District.
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