Blackstone Academy Charter vs Highlander Secondary Charter S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackstone Academy Charter
Pawtucket · Charter high · Grades 9–12
357 students
Highlander Secondary Charter S
Warren · Charter high · Grades 7–12
340 students
| Measure | Blackstone Academy Charter Pawtucket, Rhode Island | Highlander Secondary Charter S Warren, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 57 | #45 of 57 |
| National rank | #15742 of 16,910 | #15389 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 357 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 87.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 12% |
| city | Pawtucket | Warren |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlander Secondary Charter S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.2 vs 17.1).
- •Highlander Secondary Charter S does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7.5%).
- •Highlander Secondary Charter S does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Blackstone Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 87.4%).
- •Blackstone Academy Charter does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.5).
- •Blackstone Academy Charter is the larger school with 357 students compared with 340.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blackstone Academy Charter better than Highlander Secondary Charter S?
On the Success Index (US), Highlander Secondary Charter S ranks higher (19.2 vs 17.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blackstone Academy Charter and Highlander Secondary Charter S?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Warren in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackstone Academy Charter: 357. Highlander Secondary Charter S: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackstone Academy Charter and Highlander Secondary Charter S rank in Rhode Island?
Blackstone Academy Charter is 50th of 57 and Highlander Secondary Charter S is 45th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).