Serving 494 students in grades 9-12, Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School's student population of 494 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
13%
9%
White
3%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School's ranking?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is ranked #277 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School often compared to?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Classical High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
The graduation rate of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is 67%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
494 students attend Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School offer ?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School part of?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School located?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez High School is located in the Reservoir neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Reservoir.
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