Classical High School

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Classical High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
770 Westminster St,  Providence, RI
Providence Public Schools
3.8
3.4
1,103 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
91%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
91%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
28
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
60.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
39.6%
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
279:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.9%
Male
45.2%
Hispanic
48.5%
White
18.9%
Black
16%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#5 Best HS For Athletes in Rhode Island
#140 Niche Standout HS in US
Source: Niche

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 654 Students
Boston University 378 Students
Rhode Island College 376 Students
Brown University 259 Students
Roger Williams University 212 Students
Providence College 209 Students
Boston College 201 Students
Johnson & Wales University- Providence 196 Students
Northeastern University 183 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 182 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 166 Students
Psychology 152 Students
Biology 118 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 91 Students
Computer Science 91 Students
Nursing 82 Students
Political Science and Government 70 Students
Pre-Law Studies 53 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 45 Students
Finance 44 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 358 Reviews
3.0 Senior
11/19/2025
It's interesting. When I first heard of Classical, I thought it was going to be a lot more than it really was. I expected the best school in Rhode Island. It's really just like every other school. If not, other schools are even better than classical. Though I will say, Classical has some AMAZING teachers. Thank you, Caccia, Boisclair, and Faith. Credits to those teachers.
5.0 Senior
2/5/2025
The best part of my time in Classical was being constantly reminded how important we were to the school. They would always put students first and address their concerns. The worst part of my experience at Classical High School was probably my freshman year at the school because at the time there was no air conditioning. The classes were so hot it made it hard to focus.
4.0 Senior
11/25/2024
My experience at classical was very positive and I've made some lifelong friends here. The coursework might be rigorous but with the right time management anybody can handle it.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 12 Reviews
1.0 parent
3/17/2026
From my experience as a parent of a student, teachers are rude and far from understanding. Especially the principals. There was an incident where a teacher was misbehaving towards an autistic student, reported to the principals and nothing changed. Seen a review where another parent, just as i, stat...
5.0 student
4/25/2022
Some teachers are bad but most are pretty great.
5.0 other
3/15/2022
I attended Classical and had caring teachers, ample extracurriculars offered to me.
1.0 parent
3/8/2018
My family loves the city of Providence. We moved here from out of state and were so pleased to learn that there were high performing public school options for our children. They both entered PPSD in Kindergarten and at that point, we planned for them to attend Classical High School once they got to...

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Classical 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. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,103 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 68% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 91% are proficient in reading. Classical High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $536,158. Discover additional schools in the area, like Youthbuild Preparatory Academy, Bridge Academy, Aventure Academy, and more. Learn more about what Providence has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Classical High School.

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