Chariho

The Chariho school district in Rhode Island is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools leading the way.

At the top of the district's schools is Ashaway Elementary School, which ranks #4 in the state and boasts exceptional test scores, with 66.3% of students proficient or better in ELA and 77.1% in math. Another high-performing elementary school is Richmond Elementary School, ranking #19 statewide with 59.7% ELA proficiency and 65.8% in math. At the secondary level, Chariho High School stands out, ranking #7 in Rhode Island and earning a 5-star rating, with 69.3% of 11th graders proficient in ELA and 34.6% in math.

While the top-performing schools in Chariho excel, the district also has some lower-performing schools, such as Hope Valley Elementary and Chariho Alternative Learning A, where proficiency rates fall below 35% in many subjects. The district invests heavily in its schools, spending between $14,465 and $19,613 per student, and maintains relatively small class sizes. Overall, the Chariho school district showcases a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with opportunities to learn from its top-tier institutions and raise the overall level of achievement across the district.