East Greenwich High School is a public secondary school located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, U.S. The school serves students in grades 9–12 in the East Greenwich Public Schools system. EGHS is the highest-performing public high school in the state.
Serving 742 students in grades 9-12, East Greenwich High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Greenwich High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Greenwich High School's student population of 742 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1942
Colors
White, Crimson, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Greenwich High School ranks within the top 5% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Greenwich High School is 0.42, 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
#6 out of 287 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
75%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Avenger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Greenwich High School's ranking?
East Greenwich High School is ranked #6 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are East Greenwich High School often compared to?
East Greenwich High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toll Gate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Greenwich High School?
The graduation rate of East Greenwich High School is 95%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend East Greenwich High School?
742 students attend East Greenwich High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Greenwich High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Greenwich High School?
East Greenwich High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Greenwich High School offer ?
East Greenwich High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Greenwich High School part of?
East Greenwich High School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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