West Warwick Senior High School is a public high school in West Warwick, Rhode Island, United States. In 2023, West Warwick High School is ranked 21st of 62 within Rhode Island by US News. The total enrollment is 1044 students; the total minority enrollment is 31%, and 48% of students are economically disadvantaged.
Serving 1,081 students in grades 9-12, West Warwick 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 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Warwick High School's student population of 1,081 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,081 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
In West Warwick we want all learners to feel safe, seen, and successful.
School Rankings
West Warwick High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Warwick High School is 0.54, 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
#153 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
7%
9%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wizard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Warwick High School's ranking?
West Warwick High School is ranked #153 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are West Warwick High School often compared to?
West Warwick 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Warwick High School?
The graduation rate of West Warwick High School is 86%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend West Warwick High School?
1,081 students attend West Warwick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Warwick High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Warwick High School?
West Warwick High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Warwick High School offer ?
West Warwick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Warwick High School part of?
West Warwick High School is part of West Warwick School District.
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