Average
#105 of 302 schools in RI
Top 34% in state
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr
High School · MET Career and Tech
325 Public Street, Providence, RI 02905
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#105 of 302
In Providence
#11 of 58
public schools
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of MET Career and Tech. Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr serves approximately 791 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr 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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Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr — Students at Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Compares
See how Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr 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
325 Public Street, Providence, RI 02905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Classical High School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charette Charter School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Providence Career Technical (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 0.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Mary E. Fogarty El. School Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV Providence | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Roger Williams Middle Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Highlander Elementary Charter Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| 360 High School Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| The Hope Academy Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,126
Median Home Value
$322,700
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
24,780
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Career Technical Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| Johnston Senior High Johnston, RI | 6.9 |
| West Warwick High School West Warwick, RI | 6.6 |
| Rogers High School Newport, RI | 6.5 |
| North Providence High North Providence, RI | 7.3 |
| Ponaganset High School North Scituate, RI | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr
What grades does Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr serve?
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr?
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 791 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr rank in RI?
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr ranks #105 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr a charter school?
No, Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr a Title I school?
No, Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr?
69.8% of students at Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr 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
- 791
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (401) 752-2600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
MET Career and Tech- District Enrollment
- 793
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,478
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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