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#116 of 302 schools in RI
Top 38% in state
Providence Career Technical
High School · Providence
41 Fricker street, Providence, RI 02903
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#116 of 302
In Providence
#15 of 58
public schools
In district
#9 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Providence Career Technical
Providence Career Technical is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Providence Career Technical serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Career Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Providence Career Technical show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Providence Career Technical 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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Providence Career Technical — Students at Providence Career Technical score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
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: 8.6/10.
How Providence Career Technical Compares
See how Providence Career Technical 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
41 Fricker street, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Career Technical may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Classical High School (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Village Green Virtual (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central High School Providence | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter Providence | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 0.7 mi | — |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| West Broadway Middle School Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,987
Median Home Value
$365,600
Median Rent
$1,640/mo
Population
12,309
College Educated
53.2%
Homeownership
21.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence, RI | 6.8 |
| Johnston Senior High Johnston, RI | 6.9 |
| RINI Middle College Providence, RI | 6.5 |
| Rogers High School Newport, RI | 6.5 |
| ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket, RI | 6.3 |
| Ponaganset High School North Scituate, RI | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Career Technical
What grades does Providence Career Technical serve?
Providence Career Technical serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Providence Career Technical?
Providence Career Technical has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Career Technical?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Career Technical is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Providence Career Technical rank in RI?
Providence Career Technical ranks #116 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Providence Career Technical's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Career Technical has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Providence Career Technical?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Providence Career Technical has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Providence Career Technical a charter school?
No, Providence Career Technical is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Providence Career Technical a Title I school?
No, Providence Career Technical is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Providence Career Technical?
81.4% of students at Providence Career Technical 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
- 711
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9136
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
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District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #9 of 37
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