Classical High School vs Providence Preparatory Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 870 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Classical High School
Providence · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,116 students
Providence Preparatory Charter
Providence · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
244 students
| Measure | Classical High School Providence, Rhode Island | Providence Preparatory Charter Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #13 of 57 | #58 of 58 |
| National rank | #3553 of 16,910 | #15309 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,116 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 1,116 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | – |
| Math proficiency | 75% | – |
| city | Providence | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.0 vs 5.3).
- •Classical High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 99.6%).
- •Classical High School is the larger school with 1,116 students compared with 244.
- •Classical 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 Classical High School better than Providence Preparatory Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Classical High School ranks higher (69.0 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 Classical High School and Providence Preparatory Charter?
About 870 m in a straight line, between Providence and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Classical High School: 1,116. Providence Preparatory Charter: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Classical High School and Providence Preparatory Charter rank in Rhode Island?
Classical High School is 13th of 57 and Providence Preparatory Charter is 58th of 58 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).