Cranston High School East vs Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
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.
Cranston High School East
Cranston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,525 students
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS
Providence · Public high · Grades 9–12
447 students
| Measure | Cranston High School East Cranston, Rhode Island | Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #38 of 57 | #53 of 57 |
| National rank | #12993 of 16,910 | #16144 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,525 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 1,525 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 2.5% |
| city | Cranston | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cranston High School East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 14.4).
- •Cranston High School East does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2.5%).
- •Cranston High School East does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 7.5%).
- •Cranston High School East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.9% vs 79.6%).
- •Cranston High School East does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.4).
- •Cranston High School East is the larger school with 1,525 students compared with 447.
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 Cranston High School East better than Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
On the Success Index (US), Cranston High School East ranks higher (31.5 vs 14.4 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 Cranston High School East and Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Cranston and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cranston High School East: 1,525. Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cranston High School East and Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS rank in Rhode Island?
Cranston High School East is 38th of 57 and Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS is 53rd of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).