For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,502 students in 02905, RI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI are Metropolitan Career Tech Center and W B Cooley & Academy Internationa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02905 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02905, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02905 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Metropolitan Career Tech Center, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02905, RI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metropolitan Career Tech Center
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 Public Street
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 752-2600
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 752-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
W B Cooley & Academy Internationa
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
182 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1781
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 456-1781
Gr: 9-12 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02905, RI include Metropolitan Career Tech Center and W B Cooley & Academy Internationa.
How many public high schools are located in 02905?
2 public high schools are located in 02905.
What is the racial composition of students in 02905?
02905 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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