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#122 of 302 schools in RI

Top 40% in state

West Warwick High School

High School · West Warwick

1 Webster Knight Drive, West Warwick, RI 02893

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

1,072

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,072

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#122 of 302

In West Warwick

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

West Warwick

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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About West Warwick High School

West Warwick High School is a public high school in West Warwick, RI, part of West Warwick. West Warwick High School serves approximately 1,072 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. West Warwick High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for West Warwick High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below RI schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at West Warwick High School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.1Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics6.0Average25%

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

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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-5.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile44th

College Readiness6.1Average30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate87%

AP Participation15.2%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$21,127

Chronic Absenteeism38%

West Warwick High School — Students at West Warwick High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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

24%

ELA

63%

2010

Math

30%

ELA

81%

2011

Math

21%

ELA

80%

2012

Math

36%

ELA

82%

2013

Math

32%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

16%

ELA

27%

2015

Math

27%

ELA

36%

2016

Math

33%

ELA

40%

2017

Math

26%

ELA

50%

2018

Math

22%

ELA

51%

2019

Math

22%

ELA

51%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

52%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

52%

2022

Math

22%

ELA

42%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How West Warwick High School Compares

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

Overall Score

6.6/10

60th percentile in RI

Academic

6.0/10

Average

Growth

9.1/10

Excellent

Environment

4.9/10

Below Average

AP Courses

State avg: 2.6

Sports

8 boys' · 8 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

35%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

80 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

38.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

15.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics16sports offered

8 boys'·8 girls'·30 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

1 Webster Knight Drive, West Warwick, RI 02893

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Warwick High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hope Highlands Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cranston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scott School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Warwick, see our West Warwick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
John F. Deering Middle West Warwick	0.0 mi	1,049	3.6
John F. Horgan School West Warwick	0.4 mi	481	3.4
Wakefield Hills El. School West Warwick	1.2 mi	397	4.2
Maisie E. Quinn School West Warwick	1.3 mi	78	4.5
Scott School Warwick	1.5 mi	225	7.7
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick	1.7 mi	180	5.1
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND West Warwick	1.6 mi	114	8.2
Toll Gate High School Warwick	1.6 mi	1,149	6.4
Winman Middle School Warwick	1.6 mi	715	4.4
Blackrock School Coventry	1.9 mi	296	5.7
Greenbush Elementary School West Warwick	2.7 mi	446	2.9
Tiogue School Coventry	2.6 mi	326	5.8
Hope Highlands Middle School Cranston	3.1 mi	345	8.0
PROGRESSIVE LEARNING FOR CHILDREN Warwick	2.4 mi	11	—
Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov Coventry	2.5 mi	974	5.3
Oak Lawn School Cranston	3.1 mi	252	5.2
Hope School Hope	3.1 mi	174	5.7
Hopkins Hill School Coventry	3.3 mi	315	6.6
Cedar Hill School Warwick	3.2 mi	311	5.6
Greenwood School Warwick	3.2 mi	253	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02893 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,903

Median Home Value

$293,100

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

31,025

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

42.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Providence Career Technical Providence, RI	711	6.7
Toll Gate High School Warwick, RI	1,149	6.4
Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence, RI	791	6.8
Johnston Senior High Johnston, RI	805	6.9
Coventry High School Coventry, RI	1,233	7.3
North Providence High North Providence, RI	1,098	7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Warwick High School

What grades does West Warwick High School serve?

West Warwick High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend West Warwick High School?

West Warwick High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,072 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Warwick High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Warwick High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Warwick High School rank in RI?

West Warwick High School ranks #122 of 302 schools in RI.

What is West Warwick High School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Warwick High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 West Warwick High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Warwick High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Warwick High School a charter school?

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

Is West Warwick High School a Title I school?

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

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

35.2% of students at West Warwick 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.