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Best 02903 Rhode Island Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 4,411 students in 02903, RI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02903, RI are Classical High School, Sheila Skip Nowell and Rini Middle College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02903 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02903, RI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02903 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Classical High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02903, RI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Classical High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
770 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 456-9145
Gr: 9-12 | 1,116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Sheila Skip Nowell
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
150 Washington Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 751-0405
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Rini Middle College
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
150 Washington Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 680-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Trinity Academy Performing Art
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
275 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 432-7881
Gr: 5-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Providence Career Technical
Vocational School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
41 Fricker Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 456-9136
Gr: 9-12 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Charette Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
335 Westminster St.
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 270-1183
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Central High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
70 Fricker Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 456-9111
Gr: 9-12 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Bridge Academy
91 Fricker Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 455-3406
Gr: 10-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Youthbuild Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
217 Westminister Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 273-7528
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02903, RI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02903, RI include Classical High School, Sheila Skip Nowell and Rini Middle College.
How many public high schools are located in 02903?
10 public high schools are located in 02903.
What is the racial composition of students in 02903?
02903 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% 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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