Cranston High School West
- BOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Cranston, RI
- 264 reviews
- AcademicsB
- DiversityB
- TeachersB
- College PrepB-
- Clubs & ActivitiesB+
- Health & SafetyB-
- AdministrationB-
- SportsA
- FoodC+
- Resources & FacilitiesB-
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- Cost of LivingC+
- Good for FamiliesB+
- HousingC+
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$64,282
National
$55,322Median Rent
$998
National
$949Median Home Value
$219,900
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
B-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 89%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
Poll
- 74%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
Students
Diversity
B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,423
Free or Reduced Lunch
17%
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.23 responses
- 91%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.23 responses
- 91%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.23 responses
Teachers
- 63%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.40 responses
- 75%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.40 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.40 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$16,278/ year
National
$12,239- 84%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.43 responses
- 37%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.43 responses
- 65%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.43 responses
Cranston High School West Reviews
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Cranston High School West is overall a great school! The teachers and staff are dedicated to help you and try to do what’s best for their students. The students are in the same boat as you so you won’t feel like an outcast. If you ever need help with anything your guidance counselor is always there for you and open to listen to what you have to say. The lunches are decent, they could improve some but it is a school lunch. There are many clubs and activities to be involved in after school. There are some for all sorts of students. The theatre productions are outstanding. Like I mentioned in the beginning, it is overall a great school to be a part of.
Cranston West is an amazing school with multiple opportunities. One of the biggest draws to to this particular school is its Career and Technical Center where getting a spot is extremely competitive. I'm honored to say that I am one of the students in the Medical Pathways program. Cranston West is considered one of the most prestigious public schools in Rhode Island where the student body is comprised of 80% White, 2% Black, 10% Hispanic, and 6.4% Other. Hence, you can see my concern with the lack of diversity. Especially, when I am a minority female. However, with the support of Administration, I was able to get approval to start a Multicultural Student Union to give minority students a voice and help build a better relationship between us and the school. Therefore, my experience at Cranston West was bumpy at first but by my Sophomore year West started to feel like home. I am appreciative of the experience with student leadership which makes me proud to be a Falcon.
I have had great experiences with the teachers and administrators at Cranston High School West (CHSW). They are very attentive to the students and their needs. Teachers are also very accommodating to the students' needs and are always there to help students if they are struggling on a particular topic or in a certain subject. Teachers will usually stay after school or go in early before school starts to help students that need extra help.
One thing the school could improve in is its facilities. Many of the bathrooms have broken stall doors, no mirrors, and are dingy inside. Also, many classrooms do not have properly operating heating systems, so classrooms will often be very cold in the winter. Sometimes the school can get so cold that the students will bring blankets.
Other than the facilities, the staff of Cranston High School West is great, and it is a great learning environment.
One thing the school could improve in is its facilities. Many of the bathrooms have broken stall doors, no mirrors, and are dingy inside. Also, many classrooms do not have properly operating heating systems, so classrooms will often be very cold in the winter. Sometimes the school can get so cold that the students will bring blankets.
Other than the facilities, the staff of Cranston High School West is great, and it is a great learning environment.