Woonsocket High School is a high school in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, United States. It is the only public high school in the city. Manufacturer and abolitionist Edward Harris donated the original land for the public high school.
Serving 1,646 students in grades 9-12, Woonsocket 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 6% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woonsocket High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Woonsocket High School's student population of 1,646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a Better World, One Student at a Time
School Rankings
Woonsocket 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 Woonsocket High School is 0.70, 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
#242 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
14%
9%
White
41%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Villa Novans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woonsocket High School's ranking?
Woonsocket High School is ranked #242 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Woonsocket High School often compared to?
Woonsocket High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E. Shea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woonsocket High School?
The graduation rate of Woonsocket High School is 71%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Woonsocket High School?
1,646 students attend Woonsocket High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Woonsocket High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woonsocket High School?
Woonsocket High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woonsocket High School offer ?
Woonsocket High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woonsocket High School part of?
Woonsocket High School is part of Woonsocket School District.
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