Charles E. Shea High School vs Hope High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles E. Shea High School
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
770 students
Hope High School
Providence · Public high · Grades 9–12
775 students
| Measure | Charles E. Shea High School Pawtucket, Rhode Island | Hope High School Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 57 | #51 of 57 |
| National rank | #15552 of 16,910 | #15867 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 770 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 770 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 2.5% |
| city | Pawtucket | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles E. Shea High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.3 vs 16.4).
- •Charles E. Shea High School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 2.5%).
- •Charles E. Shea High School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Charles E. Shea High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.3% vs 85%).
- •Hope High School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.3).
- •Hope High School is the larger school with 775 students compared with 770.
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 Charles E. Shea High School better than Hope High School?
On the Success Index (US), Charles E. Shea High School ranks higher (18.3 vs 16.4 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 Charles E. Shea High School and Hope High School?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles E. Shea High School: 770. Hope High School: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles E. Shea High School and Hope High School rank in Rhode Island?
Charles E. Shea High School is 48th of 57 and Hope High School is 51st of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).