Johnston Senior High vs Ponaganset High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnston Senior High
Johnston · Public high · Grades 9–12
826 students
Ponaganset High School
North Scituate · Public high · Grades 9–12
869 students
| Measure | Johnston Senior High Johnston, Rhode Island | Ponaganset High School North Scituate, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 57 | #19 of 57 |
| National rank | #11401 of 16,910 | #5182 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 826 | 869 |
| Enrollment | 826 | 869 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.7% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 37% |
| city | Johnston | North Scituate |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ponaganset High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.4 vs 38.2).
- •Ponaganset High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 20%).
- •Ponaganset High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Ponaganset High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 55.7%).
- •Johnston Senior High does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.8).
- •Ponaganset High School is the larger school with 869 students compared with 826.
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 Johnston Senior High better than Ponaganset High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ponaganset High School ranks higher (62.4 vs 38.2 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 Johnston Senior High and Ponaganset High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Johnston and North Scituate in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnston Senior High: 826. Ponaganset High School: 869. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnston Senior High and Ponaganset High School rank in Rhode Island?
Johnston Senior High is 34th of 57 and Ponaganset High School is 19th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).