Paul Cuffee Upper School vs Reservoir Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 697 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul Cuffee Upper School
Providence · Charter high · Grades 9–12
243 students
Reservoir Avenue School
Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
289 students
| Measure | Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence, Rhode Island | Reservoir Avenue School Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 57 | #132 of 172 |
| National rank | #13466 of 16,910 | #39150 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 243 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 243 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 9.3 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Providence | Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.4 vs 29.1).
- •Reservoir Avenue School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Reservoir Avenue School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Reservoir Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90% vs 90.5%).
- •Paul Cuffee Upper School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 18.1).
- •Reservoir Avenue School is the larger school with 289 students compared with 243.
- •Paul Cuffee Upper School is a charter school while Reservoir Avenue School is a public 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 Paul Cuffee Upper School better than Reservoir Avenue School?
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 Paul Cuffee Upper School and Reservoir Avenue School?
About 697 m in a straight line, between Providence and Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul Cuffee Upper School: 243. Reservoir Avenue School: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul Cuffee Upper School and Reservoir Avenue School rank in Rhode Island?
Paul Cuffee Upper School is 39th of 57 and Reservoir Avenue School is 132nd of 172 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).