Below Average
#240 of 302 schools in RI
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
High School · Providence
375 Adelaide Avenue, Providence, RI 02907
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#240 of 302
In Providence
#48 of 58
public schools
In district
#33 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
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About Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Dr.
Jorge Alvarez HS serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #240 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
89% of students at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS — Students at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Compares
See how Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
375 Adelaide Avenue, Providence, RI 02907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Paul Cuffee Upper School (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cranston High School East (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cranston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Reservoir Avenue School Providence | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Leviton Dual Language School Providence | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Highlander Elementary Charter Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Achievement First Iluminar Cranston | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| W. R. Dutemple School Cranston | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV Providence | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Cranston High School East Cranston | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter Providence | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Stadium School Cranston | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Roger Williams Middle Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Gladstone Street School Cranston | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,564
Median Home Value
$311,600
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
Population
31,427
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence, RI | 5.3 |
| BISHOP HENDRICKEN HIGH SCHOOL Warwick, RI | 4.0 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket, RI | 4.0 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence, RI | 5.9 |
| Highlander Secondary Charter S Warren, RI | 5.9 |
| 360 High School Providence, RI | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
What grades does Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS serve?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS rank in RI?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS ranks #240 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS a charter school?
No, Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS a Title I school?
No, Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
74.1% of students at Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.1%
- Phone
- (401) 456-0676
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #33 of 37
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