Central High School vs Charette Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 798 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Providence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,050 students
Charette Charter School
Providence · Charter high · Grades 9–12
168 students
| Measure | Central High School Providence, Rhode Island | Charette Charter School Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 57 | #40 of 57 |
| National rank | #16478 of 16,910 | #14276 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,050 | 168 |
| Enrollment | 1,050 | 168 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2% | – |
| city | Providence | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charette Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.5 vs 11.5).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 88.1%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 16.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,050 students compared with 168.
- •Central High School is a public school while Charette Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Central High School better than Charette Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Charette Charter School ranks higher (25.5 vs 11.5 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 Central High School and Charette Charter School?
About 798 m in a straight line, between Providence and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,050. Charette Charter School: 168. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Charette Charter School rank in Rhode Island?
Central High School is 56th of 57 and Charette Charter School is 40th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).