Charles E. Shea High School

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Charles E. Shea High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
485 East Ave,  Pawtucket, RI
Pawtucket School District
3.6
3.7
925 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1000
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
3%
Reading Proficiency
16%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
77%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
16%
Math Proficiency
3%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
58
Full Time Teachers
58
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1000
Math
500
Verbal
510
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
29
Reading
28
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
3.4%
State Average
13.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
377:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.5%
Female
41.3%
Black
41.6%
Hispanic
32.8%
White
17.7%
Two or more races
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Rhode Island 203 Students
Rhode Island College 164 Students
Johnson & Wales University- Providence 108 Students
Boston University 98 Students
Providence College 87 Students
Community College of Rhode Island 78 Students
Boston College 71 Students
Brown University 66 Students
Roger Williams University 65 Students
Bryant University 62 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 44 Students
Business 41 Students
Psychology 34 Students
Biology 28 Students
Accounting 26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 19 Students
Architecture 14 Students
Computer Science 13 Students
Marketing 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 123 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/19/2026
Shea was an unforgettable experience, I had good and bad moments but mostly good. Being able to learn so much science in that school, made me the happiest student ever, the lovely teachers I had, the most caring as well. I enjoyed every moment and I love to go through again and learn from my mistakes over and over. You have to be careful with people you hang out. Pay attention to class, that's the perfect step to become successful in high school.
4.0 Senior
6/27/2023
I would say the best is the atmosphere that the teachers create in the school. I would like if they changed the way the bathrooms are managed, because I know the kids make it hard to control, but they could look the kids that need to be watched, and take more actions against fights at school, if the teachers feel that a fight might occur they should contact the office.
4.0 Senior
1/3/2020
It's a school that if you apply yourself, then they will give you the extra help. If you care, they care. If you don't, then don't expect anyone else to.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 7 Reviews
1.0 other
7/17/2017
Horrible. My sister went here and she didn't learn what she needed to prepare herself for college. This made college courses extra difficult and keeping up was a struggle. This school should prepare it students better.
5.0 other
10/6/2014
Many people say that Shea is not a Good school but all I got to say is they're wrong, I have never seen a school so united and so determined to help each other like shea.... I'm so proud to be a raider I can't Wait to walk up that stage in June 2015 and receive my diploma I'll be a proud RAIDERS- gr...
4.0 student
2/15/2013
shea is a great school and that's all I can say about it. I've been here for two years and i'll be here for another two and i'll walk across that stage to get my diploma and be thaankful for Shea High for helping me through my journey.
5.0 student
6/29/2009

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Charles E. Shea High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Pawtucket, RI and is served by the Pawtucket School District in Rhode Island. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 925 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 3% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 16% are proficient in reading. Charles E. Shea High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 77%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1000 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $631,840. Discover additional schools in the area, like Aventure Academy, Central Falls Senior High School, William E. Tolman High School, and more. Learn more about what Pawtucket has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Charles E. Shea High School.

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