Best Schools in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island
3 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Wood River Junction by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Chariho High School
High · Chariho. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chariho Alternative Learning a
Other · Chariho. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chariho Regional Middle School
Middle · Chariho. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wood River Junction for 2026 are Chariho High School (8.3/10), Chariho Alternative Learning a (6.3/10), and Chariho Regional Middle School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$341,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$341,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wood River Junction
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chariho High School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Chariho Alternative Learning a | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Chariho Regional Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median home value
- $341,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 100%
33% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Wood River Junction compares
Rhode Island rank
#12 of 33
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Rhode Island avg (6.2)
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island
Wood River Junction, Rhode Island is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Wood River Junction show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Wood River Junction is Chariho High School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wood River Junction is served by 1 school district: Chariho. These districts collectively serve 3,008 students.
Wood River Junction's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 811 students · 5th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,012 students · 9th–12th | 8.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72 students · 2nd–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Wood River Junction
Wood River Junction, Rhode Island · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$341,600
Population
554
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Community Profile
It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $341,600. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island
How many schools are in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
Wood River Junction has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wood River Junction is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in Wood River Junction on MySchoolScout is Chariho High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked middle school in Wood River Junction on MySchoolScout is Chariho Regional Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked high school in Wood River Junction on MySchoolScout is Chariho High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
Wood River Junction is served by 1 school district: Chariho.
What is the education level in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Wood River Junction have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wood River Junction is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wood River Junction, Rhode Island?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.