Chariho High School vs William E. Tolman High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chariho High School
Wood River Junction · Public high · Grades 9–12
991 students
William E. Tolman High
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
995 students
| Measure | Chariho High School Wood River Junction, Rhode Island | William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #8 of 57 | #46 of 57 |
| National rank | #2332 of 16,910 | #15535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 991 | 995 |
| Enrollment | 991 | 995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.3% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 7.5% |
| city | Wood River Junction | Pawtucket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chariho High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 18.5).
- •Chariho High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 7.5%).
- •Chariho High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 22%).
- •Chariho High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.3% vs 71.3%).
- •Chariho High School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.6).
- •William E. Tolman High is the larger school with 995 students compared with 991.
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 Chariho High School better than William E. Tolman High?
On the Success Index (US), Chariho High School ranks higher (74.0 vs 18.5 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 Chariho High School and William E. Tolman High?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Wood River Junction and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chariho High School: 991. William E. Tolman High: 995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chariho High School and William E. Tolman High rank in Rhode Island?
Chariho High School is 8th of 57 and William E. Tolman High is 46th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).