Excellent

#28 of 302 schools in RI

Top 9% in state

Scituate High School

High School · Scituate

94 Trimtown Road, North Scituate, RI 02857

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#28 of 302

In North Scituate

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Scituate

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Scituate High School

Scituate High School is a public high school in North Scituate, RI, part of Scituate. Scituate High School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Scituate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Scituate High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above RI schools

8.4

This school 8.4 · Excellent
RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

Scituate High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.3Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.42 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics7.6Very Good25%

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

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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-1.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile65th

College Readiness7.6Very Good30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate92%

AP Participation23.5%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1

Per-Pupil Spending$23,341

Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Scituate High School — Students at Scituate High School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 65.4% (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

42%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

47%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

52%

ELA

92%

2012

Math

47%

ELA

92%

2013

Math

57%

ELA

92%

2014

Math

ELA

12%

2015

Math

7.5%

ELA

20%

2016

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

72%

2018

Math

47%

ELA

67%

2019

Math

47%

ELA

67%

2020*

Math

32%

ELA

62%

2021*

Math

32%

ELA

62%

2022

Math

37%

ELA

62%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Scituate High School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.4/10

91th percentile in RI

Academic

7.6/10

Very Good

Growth

9.3/10

Excellent

Environment

9.4/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

14 boys' · 13 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

14%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

37 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

19.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

23.5% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics27sports offered

14 boys'·13 girls'·29 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

94 Trimtown Road, North Scituate, RI 02857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scituate High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARMONY HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Chepachet), with a comparable rating. Another option is Smithfield High School (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Smithfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ponaganset High School (rated 7.4/10, 5.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Scituate, see our North Scituate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Scituate Middle School North Scituate	0.0 mi	256	5.9
North Scituate School North Scituate	2.0 mi	230	6.6
Fogarty Memorial North Scituate	3.7 mi	315	9.1
Ponaganset Middle School North Scituate	4.1 mi	424	6.1
Clayville School Clayville	4.5 mi	141	9.1
Brown Avenue School Johnston	3.8 mi	215	6.2
ST PHILIP SCHOOL Greenville	4.6 mi	147	5.3
OVERBROOK ACADEMY Greenville	4.9 mi	88	4.0
HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Chepachet	6.3 mi	40	8.0
Smithfield High School Smithfield	5.5 mi	750	7.8
Pleasant View Elementary Schoo Smithfield	5.6 mi	553	7.3
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle Smithfield	5.7 mi	522	5.9
Ponaganset High School North Scituate	5.6 mi	900	7.4
Orchard Farms El. School Cranston	5.7 mi	465	5.8
THE LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOLHOUSE Smithfield	6.2 mi	18	—
Washington Oak School Coventry	7.2 mi	621	7.5
Hope School Hope	6.8 mi	174	5.7
Capt. Isaac Paine El. School Foster	5.8 mi	226	5.4
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Johnston	6.1 mi	738	6.1
Early Childhood Center Johnston	6.1 mi	208	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,813

Median Home Value

$387,500

Median Rent

$1,463/mo

Population

8,095

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

51.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scituate High School

What grades does Scituate High School serve?

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

How many students attend Scituate High School?

Scituate High School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Scituate High School 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 Scituate High School rank in RI?

Scituate High School ranks #28 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Scituate High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scituate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Scituate High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scituate High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scituate High School a charter school?

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

Is Scituate High School a Title I school?

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

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

13.7% of students at Scituate 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.