Serving 785 students in grades 9-12, Portsmouth High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Portsmouth High School's student population of 785 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portsmouth High School ranks within the top 10% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth High School is 0.31, 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
#28 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth High School's ranking?
Portsmouth High School is ranked #28 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Portsmouth High School often compared to?
Portsmouth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown High School, Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portsmouth High School?
The graduation rate of Portsmouth High School is 96%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Portsmouth High School?
785 students attend Portsmouth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Portsmouth High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portsmouth High School?
Portsmouth High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portsmouth High School offer ?
Portsmouth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portsmouth High School part of?
Portsmouth High School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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