Central High School vs West Warwick High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 14 km 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
West Warwick High School
West Warwick · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,081 students
| Measure | Central High School Providence, Rhode Island | West Warwick High School West Warwick, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 57 | #32 of 57 |
| National rank | #16478 of 16,910 | #10950 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,050 | 1,081 |
| Enrollment | 1,050 | 1,081 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 22% |
| city | Providence | West Warwick |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Warwick High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.1 vs 11.5).
- •West Warwick High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2%).
- •West Warwick High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 13%).
- •West Warwick High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 82.7%).
- •West Warwick High School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.7).
- •West Warwick High School is the larger school with 1,081 students compared with 1,050.
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 West Warwick High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Warwick High School ranks higher (40.1 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 West Warwick High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Providence and West Warwick in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,050. West Warwick High School: 1,081. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and West Warwick High School rank in Rhode Island?
Central High School is 56th of 57 and West Warwick High School is 32nd of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).