North Providence High School is a public high school in North Providence, Rhode Island, United States that serves grades 9-12. It is part of the North Providence School District and its sports teams compete in the Rhode Island Interscholastic League.
Serving 1,085 students in grades 9-12, North Providence High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,085 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Providence High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Providence High School's student population of 1,085 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,085 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Providence High School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Providence High School is 0.69, 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
#123 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
15%
9%
White
45%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Providence High School's ranking?
North Providence High School is ranked #123 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Providence High School?
The graduation rate of North Providence High School is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend North Providence High School?
1,085 students attend North Providence High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North Providence High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Providence High School?
North Providence High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Providence High School offer ?
North Providence High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Providence High School part of?
North Providence High School is part of North Providence School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a school where people in it can feel comfortable around teachers and students as a former student all i can say is this school is the best.
i've been to a lot of schools in my life most of them small, but when i stepped into this school i felt lost. it took me a few days to learn the ways around but i got the hang of it with a little help from my friends and the teachers.
the sports teams are very competitive i remember going to the football games and watching the cheerleaders cheer unfortunatly i was only there for a short time and i had absolutely no time to try out. of corse beacause i was in a lot of other clubs they had.
i leave you with this last comment if you are a freshman don't ask upper classman for directions,(the fourth floor isn't real.)
5 10/10/2025
I love this school, both of my boys actually like going to school now. The sports programs I feel are the best there. My youngest son is so busy with homework & sports practices that I hardly ever seen him some days. He's doing awsome in all of his classes and even wants to go to school everyday.
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