Serving 748 students in grades 9-12, Johnston Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Johnston Senior High School's student population of 748 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnston Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston Senior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
6%
9%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Senior High School's ranking?
Johnston Senior High School is ranked #128 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Johnston Senior High School often compared to?
Johnston Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponaganset High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnston Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Johnston Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Johnston Senior High School?
748 students attend Johnston Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Johnston Senior High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston Senior High School?
Johnston Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnston Senior High School offer ?
Johnston Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Johnston Senior High School part of?
Johnston Senior High School is part of Johnston School District.
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