Central High School

Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
70 Fricker St,  Providence, RI
Providence Public Schools
3.6
4.3
1,122 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
940
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
79%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
73
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
940
Math
470
Verbal
470
Average ACT
19
Math
20
English
18
Reading
21
Science
16
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
4.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
200:1

Student Diversity

Male
57.6%
Female
41.2%
Hispanic
76.7%
Black
11.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.5%
White
3%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
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 183 Students
Johnson & Wales University- Providence 89 Students
Providence College 87 Students
Boston University 77 Students
Roger Williams University 75 Students
Bryant University 69 Students
Community College of Rhode Island 69 Students
Brown University 55 Students
Boston College 48 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 53 Students
Business 46 Students
Biology 32 Students
Psychology 28 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 14 Students
Criminology 12 Students
Accounting 12 Students
Finance 11 Students
International Business 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 132 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/19/2025
My experience at Central High has overall been good. I have never experienced bullying or had problems with any sudents or staff members. The school also has a couple of social worker that work there to help students out whenever they need it. However, because the community in genral is low income, the students sometimes struggle with staying focused and getting more involved.
5.0 Senior
5/22/2020
I like central high school because I found and I feel like my house, people make feel special and the teachers are patients
4.0 Alum
9/15/2019
I loved my AP teachers and the way the school day was set up. Only thing I would change is that they should allow us to eat outside.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 7 Reviews
4.0 student
3/5/2015
I am currently a student at Central, and its not bad at all. Central has Become a real good school. All my teacher are fun and caring, at the same time they are strict and assertive. I find Central one of many great schools here in Providence
5.0 parent
1/3/2015
I am a parent of 9th grade child. This high school has changed Lot since the bad old days when it was a famous mess. The Principal is caring and supportive and wishes to make the school better. There are many teachers that my child loves, who are diligent and education oriented. The kids have activi...
1.0 student
8/25/2012
horrible school...don't send your kids to this school is wasting time.. no improvement.... i went to this school last year and it was a mess, kids bulling other students all the time..
5.0 student
8/15/2012
Central high has come a long way. As a graduated Senior i believe this school has given me all the tools i needed to have a successful experience when applying to college. The administration and teachers have been working no stop to improve curriculum in our classes. The success in our sports have c...

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Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Providence, RI and is served by the Providence Public Schools in Rhode Island. The school has a total enrollment of 1,122 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 12% are proficient in reading. Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 79%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 940 and an ACT score of 19. Discover additional schools in the area, like Youthbuild Preparatory Academy, Classical High School, Hope High School, and more. Learn more about what Providence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central High School.

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