Jacqueline M. Walsh School vs William E. Tolman High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 962 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jacqueline M. Walsh School
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
173 students
William E. Tolman High
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
995 students
| Measure | Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket, Rhode Island | William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #24 of 57 | #46 of 57 |
| National rank | #7806 of 16,910 | #15535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 173 | 995 |
| Enrollment | 173 | 995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 64.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 7.5% |
| city | Pawtucket | Pawtucket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jacqueline M. Walsh School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.2 vs 18.5).
- •Jacqueline M. Walsh School does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 7.5%).
- •Jacqueline M. Walsh School does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 22%).
- •Jacqueline M. Walsh School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 71.3%).
- •Jacqueline M. Walsh School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.6).
- •William E. Tolman High is the larger school with 995 students compared with 173.
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 Jacqueline M. Walsh School better than William E. Tolman High?
On the Success Index (US), Jacqueline M. Walsh School ranks higher (52.2 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 Jacqueline M. Walsh School and William E. Tolman High?
About 962 m in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School: 173. William E. Tolman High: 995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jacqueline M. Walsh School and William E. Tolman High rank in Rhode Island?
Jacqueline M. Walsh School is 24th of 57 and William E. Tolman High is 46th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).