Serving 71 students in grades 1-12, Chariho Alternative Learning A 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chariho Alternative Learning A ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chariho Alternative Learning A's student population of 71 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chariho Alternative Learning A 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 Chariho Alternative Learning A is 0.35, 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
#203 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
3%
9%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Chariho School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chariho Alternative Learning A's ranking?
Chariho Alternative Learning A is ranked #203 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chariho Alternative Learning A?
The graduation rate of Chariho Alternative Learning A is 50%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Chariho Alternative Learning A?
71 students attend Chariho Alternative Learning A.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chariho Alternative Learning A students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chariho Alternative Learning A?
Chariho Alternative Learning A has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chariho Alternative Learning A offer ?
Chariho Alternative Learning A offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chariho Alternative Learning A part of?
Chariho Alternative Learning A is part of Chariho School District.
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