Charles E. Shea High School vs William E. Tolman High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 1.8 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
William E. Tolman High
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
995 students
| Measure | Charles E. Shea High School Pawtucket, Rhode Island | William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 57 | #46 of 57 |
| National rank | #15552 of 16,910 | #15535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 770 | 995 |
| Enrollment | 770 | 995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Pawtucket | Pawtucket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.3 vs 18.5).
- •William E. Tolman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.3% vs 81.3%).
- •Charles E. Shea High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.6).
- •William E. Tolman High is the larger school with 995 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 William E. Tolman High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Charles E. Shea High School and William E. Tolman High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles E. Shea High School: 770. William E. Tolman High: 995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles E. Shea High School and William E. Tolman High rank in Rhode Island?
Charles E. Shea High School is 48th of 57 and William E. Tolman High is 46th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).