Average
#137 of 302 schools in RI
Top 45% in state
Sheila Skip Nowell
High School · Sheila Skip Nowell Leadership Academy
150 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#137 of 302
In Providence
#20 of 58
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sheila Skip Nowell
Sheila Skip Nowell is a public high school in Providence, RI, part of Sheila Skip Nowell Leadership Academy. Sheila Skip Nowell serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheila Skip Nowell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Sheila Skip Nowell show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Sheila Skip Nowell is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Sheila Skip Nowell is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Sheila Skip Nowell — Students at Sheila Skip Nowell score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: -3%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 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: 9.6/10.
How Sheila Skip Nowell Compares
See how Sheila Skip Nowell 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
150 Washington Street, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheila Skip Nowell may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Classical High School (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Village Green Virtual (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 0.1 mi | — |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Classical High School Providence | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Central High School Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Providence Career Technical Providence | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| The Greene School West Greenwich, RI | 6.4 |
| BEACON Charter School Woonsocket, RI | 5.8 |
| Charette Charter School Providence, RI | 7.0 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket, RI | 7.2 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence, RI | 7.2 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence, RI | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheila Skip Nowell
What grades does Sheila Skip Nowell serve?
Sheila Skip Nowell serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sheila Skip Nowell?
Sheila Skip Nowell has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheila Skip Nowell?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheila Skip Nowell 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 Sheila Skip Nowell rank in RI?
Sheila Skip Nowell ranks #137 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Sheila Skip Nowell's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheila Skip Nowell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Sheila Skip Nowell?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheila Skip Nowell has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Sheila Skip Nowell a charter school?
Yes, Sheila Skip Nowell is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sheila Skip Nowell a Title I school?
No, Sheila Skip Nowell is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sheila Skip Nowell?
100.0% of students at Sheila Skip Nowell qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 751-0405
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sheila Skip Nowell Leadership Academy- District Enrollment
- 170
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,100
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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