Excellent

#14 of 302 schools in RI

Top 4% in state

Narragansett High School

High School · Narragansett

245 South Pier Road, Narragansett, RI 02882

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

427

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#14 of 302

In Narragansett

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Narragansett

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Narragansett High School

Narragansett High School is a public high school in Narragansett, RI, part of Narragansett. Narragansett High School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Narragansett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Narragansett High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Narragansett High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Narragansett High School is a public high school located in Narragansett, Rhode Island 1 . As of 2024, the school serves a student body of 427 individuals enrolled in grades 9 through 12 1 . The institution's mascot is identified as a Mariner, with the specific character name being Murdock the Mariner 1 .

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How it compares1.9 pts above RI schools

8.8

This school 8.8 · Excellent
RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Narragansett High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.2Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.6Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+3.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile79th

College Readiness8.0Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation27.2%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$27,983

Chronic Absenteeism26%

Narragansett High School — Students at Narragansett High School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

52%

ELA

87%

2010

Math

57%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

52%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

47%

ELA

92%

2013

Math

67%

ELA

97.5%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

42%

2015

Math

22%

ELA

52%

2016

Math

37%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

57%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

47%

ELA

72%

2021*

Math

47%

ELA

72%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

72%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Narragansett High School Compares

See how Narragansett High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.8/10

96th percentile in RI

Academic

8.6/10

Excellent

Growth

9.2/10

Excellent

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

13 boys' · 12 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

10%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

45 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

26.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

27.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics25sports offered

13 boys'·12 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered

Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

245 South Pier Road, Narragansett, RI 02882

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Narragansett High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Kingstown High (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Kingstown Sr. High (rated 9.0/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Narragansett, see our Narragansett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Narragansett Pier School Narragansett	0.1 mi	288	7.3
Narragansett Elementary Narragansett	0.5 mi	342	8.7
MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield	0.9 mi	232	4.1
MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL Narragansett	1.2 mi	70	7.4
BRADLEY SCHOOL-SOUTH Wakefield	1.4 mi	44	6.7
South Kingstown High Wakefield	1.7 mi	735	9.3
Broad Rock Middle School Wakefield	2.0 mi	546	7.1
Peace Dale School Peace Dale	2.3 mi	452	6.4
QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett	4.3 mi	63	5.8
The Compass School Kingston	5.0 mi	216	5.5
Kingston Hill Academy Saunderstown	5.2 mi	260	8.6
Matunuck School Wakefield	5.0 mi	255	7.9
West Kingston School West Kingston	5.3 mi	326	4.7
SOUTH COUNTY MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Kingstown	7.8 mi	42	6.0
Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown	6.7 mi	208	9.6
Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown	6.7 mi	195	8.2
Hamilton School North Kingstown	8.3 mi	454	8.8
North Kingstown Sr. High North Kingstown	8.7 mi	1,294	9.0
Wickford Middle School North Kingstown	9.5 mi	359	8.7
Rogers High School Newport	8.1 mi	605	6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02882 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,794

Median Home Value

$686,000

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

12,984

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Narragansett High School

What grades does Narragansett High School serve?

Narragansett High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Narragansett High School?

Narragansett High School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Narragansett High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Narragansett High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Narragansett High School rank in RI?

Narragansett High School ranks #14 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Narragansett High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Narragansett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Narragansett High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Narragansett High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Narragansett High School a charter school?

No, Narragansett High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Narragansett High School a Title I school?

No, Narragansett High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Narragansett High School?

9.6% of students at Narragansett High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.