Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highlander Elementary Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlander Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highlander Elementary Charter's student population of 269 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Highlander Elementary Charter 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 Highlander Elementary Charter is 0.66, 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
#233 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
27%
9%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highlander School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlander Elementary Charter's ranking?
Highlander Elementary Charter is ranked #233 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Highlander Elementary Charter?
269 students attend Highlander Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Highlander Elementary Charter students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlander Elementary Charter?
Highlander Elementary Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlander Elementary Charter offer ?
Highlander Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlander Elementary Charter part of?
Highlander Elementary Charter is part of Highlander School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlander Elementary Charter located?
Highlander Elementary Charter is located in the Elmwood neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Elmwood.
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