Central High School vs Providence Preparatory Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 794 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
Providence Preparatory Charter
Providence · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
244 students
| Measure | Central High School Providence, Rhode Island | Providence Preparatory Charter Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 57 | #58 of 58 |
| National rank | #16478 of 16,910 | #15309 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,050 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 1,050 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | – |
| Math proficiency | 2% | – |
| city | Providence | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.5 vs 5.3).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 99.6%).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,050 students compared with 244.
- •Central High School is a public school while Providence Preparatory Charter 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 Providence Preparatory Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (11.5 vs 5.3 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 Providence Preparatory Charter?
About 794 m in a straight line, between Providence and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,050. Providence Preparatory Charter: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Providence Preparatory Charter rank in Rhode Island?
Central High School is 56th of 57 and Providence Preparatory Charter is 58th of 58 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).