Below Average
#255 of 302 schools in RI
Woonsocket High School
High School · Woonsocket
777 Cass Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Enrollment
1,599
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,599
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#255 of 302
In Woonsocket
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Woonsocket
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Woonsocket High School
Woonsocket High School is a public high school in Woonsocket, RI, part of Woonsocket. Woonsocket High School serves approximately 1,599 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woonsocket High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Woonsocket High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Woonsocket High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
61% of students at Woonsocket 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
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Woonsocket High School — Students at Woonsocket High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42%
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: 8.1/10.
How Woonsocket High School Compares
See how Woonsocket High School 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
777 Cass Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woonsocket High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BEACON Charter School (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY (rated 4.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Woonsocket, see our Woonsocket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Bernon Heights School Woonsocket | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Founders Academy Woonsocket | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BEACON Charter School Woonsocket | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket | 1.5 mi | — |
| ACTION BASED ENTERPRISES SCHOOL Woonsocket | 1.5 mi | — |
| Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham | 2.0 mi | — |
| Harris School Woonsocket | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Element Cumberland | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Kevin K. Coleman School Woonsocket | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Globe Park School Woonsocket | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,579
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median Rent
$1,116/mo
Population
43,081
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
38.2%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, RI | 4.4 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence, RI | 4.3 |
| Central High School Providence, RI | 5.3 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence, RI | 3.6 |
| East Providence High East Providence, RI | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woonsocket High School
What grades does Woonsocket High School serve?
Woonsocket High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Woonsocket High School?
Woonsocket High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woonsocket High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woonsocket High School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woonsocket High School rank in RI?
Woonsocket High School ranks #255 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Woonsocket High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woonsocket High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Woonsocket High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woonsocket High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Woonsocket High School a charter school?
No, Woonsocket High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woonsocket High School a Title I school?
No, Woonsocket High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woonsocket High School?
42.0% of students at Woonsocket 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.0%
- Phone
- (401) 767-4703
- 4-Year Graduation
- 66.0%
Resources & Links
District
Woonsocket- District Enrollment
- 5,574
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,344
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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