2020 Best Places to Teach in the Providence AreaAbout this List

R.I. School for the Deaf

• School District
• Providence, RI

• B

• A

• 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $97,444 Average Teacher Salary

East Greenwich Public Schools

• School District
• East Greenwich, RI
• 20 reviews

Junior: East Greenwich is a really great, quality school. The teachers are overall very supportive and care about their students. Coming from a private school, I was nervous that public school would not be the same, but it surprised me in a good way! I really enjoy the East Greenwich school system
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• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $75,040 Average Teacher Salary

Narragansett School System

• School District
• Narragansett, RI
• 6 reviews

Senior: My four years at Narragansett High School have been nothing short of wonderful. I have experienced so much and have been grateful every step of the way.

However, my school is the second to last school on the chart of most diverse schools. I suppose you could say that most of my classmates are different from me. The majority of them are Caucasian, they all have two parents, and they are pretty well off in society. However, among these many individuals are a handful of people that are not as fortunate. Some only have a single parent, like me, or they live with their grandparents. Having atypical family arrangements was a natural concept to me, but a particular classmate helped me realize how grateful I was to have my Mom. Matthew Piedoux is our class valedictorian. News so personal that he could only share in a literacy memoir for college writing was how his biological mother was not on his side.
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• A

• A

• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $90,915 Average Teacher Salary

Lincoln Public Schools

• School District
• Lincoln, RI
• 8 reviews

Senior: My high school career may b coming to an end, but that memories will never be forgotten. Lincoln high school has its ups and downs just like other schools around the country but something that stands it apart is the faculty who are always ready to assist you with anything you need as well as when you need someone to talk to. Also Lincoln high is in a very bad shape, building wise. Something i would like to see changed after is graduate is too see Central Air get installed through out the school as it gets extremely hot inside over the course of the spring and summer months.
Read 8 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $83,586 Average Teacher Salary

Barrington Public Schools

• School District
• Barrington, RI
• 12 reviews

Senior: A great school. The reason why many move to Barrington. Smartest students, best teachers, excellent opportunities. Very rigorous but prepares a student well for college and beyond.
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• A+

• A+

• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $81,141 Average Teacher Salary

New Shoreham School District

• School District
• Block Island, RI
• 1 review

Freshman: Everybody is so close in this school and the teachers give the attention you need. In this school they let you play sports without trying out because of the small community and the teacher and staff will absolutely not let you fail.
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• A-

• B+

• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $73,304 Average Teacher Salary

Cumberland School Department

• School District
• Cumberland, RI
• 12 reviews

Senior: The school system is very good and the teachers and staff are very nice, helpful and want to see you succeed. A thing that could change is sticking to one administration team. They have changed 3 out of the 4 years of my high school career. Also keep one grading system. The grading system has been changing since i was in eight grade and now I am a senior, and they still plan to change it for a year or two more. The schools aren't really crowded and they have a good helpful system to support kids that need help.
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• B+

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $67,185 Average Teacher Salary

North Kingstown School District

• School District
• North Kingstown, RI
• 15 reviews

Senior: The school is great. The academic programs are wonderful, very challenging, and very informational. This school pushes you to be the best you can be. It teaches a good work ethic, problem solving, and successfully prepares you for college. The teachers and administration are very involved and helpful. They make sure you understand the curriculum and what's expected of you. The students are very kind and welcoming, especially if you're new. The councilors are also very involved. They ensure your schedule is full of classes that benefit and interest you, as well as help you prepare for college. Overall, it's a great school.
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• A

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $73,543 Average Teacher Salary

Scituate School Department

• School District
• North Scituate, RI
• 8 reviews

Freshman: They are really good at getting things done I appreciate them they are very well at rehireing teachers after one has left .
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• B

• A

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $81,446 Average Teacher Salary

Norton Public Schools

• School District
• Norton, MA
• 9 reviews

Senior: Coming to a new school your senior year is quite the struggle, unless of course you are coming into the Norton Public School System. The faculty and staff are always greeting you with a warm happy smile and teachers are always to attentive yo their students. Teachers here at Norton High are always making sure their students are understanding their material and a testing well on their test. Norton High School is well deserving of this 5 star rating and I cannot wait to see where Norton High School in the future!!
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• A-

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $64,628 Average Teacher Salary

Smithfield Public Schools

• School District
• Smithfield, RI
• 12 reviews

Junior: Anna M. McCabe elementary school was not a good 5 years for me. Some of the teachers were friendly and taught the material great. Other faculty did not take bullying seriously and therefore made the experience worst. The high school is a complete contrast to that. They give the students enough freedom to enjoy time in school. Previously in middle school, phones or music was not allowed in the hallways! In classrooms phones can be a distraction and that is understandable, but in lunch and the hallways phones were completely prohibited! Now in the high school, I've learned great from a wide variety of teachers who use many different techniques to teach all their students effectively.
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• B+

• A-

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $71,635 Average Teacher Salary

Jamestown School Department

• School District
• Jamestown, RI

• A-

• A-

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $72,790 Average Teacher Salary

North Smithfield School Department

• School District
• Slatersville, RI
• 5 reviews

Senior: North Smithfield School Department is an ebb and flow of great and bothersome times. It is well regarded for its academic and school culture. It has phenomenal teachers that care about the students and their success. Although the work load is often rigorous it helps prepare students for College. Many of the students have unique personalities and are always accepting of people no matter who they are. There are several school activities available, however, the school is not noteworthy for its diversity or athletic performance although it does well occasionally in sports.The main problem with the school include the lack of funding of the school as seen by the ancient classrooms and the schools poor lunch options offered. However, as of 2018 the school has begun redecoration of the school to be up to date with modern schools. With these problems aside, North Smithfield provides one of the best offers in Rhode Island for academic pursuits supported by a great community.
Read 5 Reviews

• B+

• A

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $64,929 Average Teacher Salary

Coventry Public Schools

• School District
• Coventry, RI
• 26 reviews

Parent: Coventry schools do an excellent job of preparing students for their future whether it be college, trade school, military, or the work force. The high school in particular has programs in place to assist students, including college prep programs, rotc programs, and a career and technical center.
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• B

• A

• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $84,898 Average Teacher Salary

Swansea Public Schools

• School District
• Swansea, MA
• 7 reviews

Parent: I have a son & daughter who are currently students at CASE HS. Academically, CASE offers more AP classes than most HS’s in the area and test scores are solid. They have some of the most caring teachers in the area, most stay after school to offer extra help each day. The high school has awesome extracurricular activity offerings, with drama being the most popular. CASE also has arguably the best principal and athletic director combo in the state of Massachusetts. Both individuals work tirelessly to promote a positive culture at the school. Overall I grade CASE HS in Swansea an A!
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• B

• A-

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $62,354 Average Teacher Salary

West Warwick Public Schools

• School District
• West Warwick, RI
• 8 reviews

Alum: My experience in West Warwick came about in the fall of 2012. I had moved from the nearby town of East Providence, RI. Knowing nothing of this new place, I had no idea what I would be getting myself into. Initially, I was put off by the striking cultural differences between my hometown and this new area I found myself in. Following a tough first year at West Warwick High School, my next three years would mold me into who I am today. Though many people helped me in finding my true self, the person who I can most attribute my growth to was my English and writing teacher. She not only showed me how to improve my language, reading, and writing skills, but she also showed me the importance of diversity, culture, and travel. As if that wasn't enough, she personally used her time to aid me in applying to college. I can honestly say that if she had not done this, I do not know if I would have ever gone to a university. My time in West Warwick was valuable beyond measure!
Read 8 Reviews

• B

• B-

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $74,187 Average Teacher Salary

Cranston Public Schools

• School District
• Cranston, RI
• 17 reviews

Sophomore: My experience in Cranston so far has been a mixed bag. There are great teachers, there are horrible teachers and there are mediocre teachers. The school culture and climate is fairly well disciplined and respectful. I would love to see the high schools get the funding they need to update their buildings to a level that is on par with the other high schools in the state. The Cranston Area Career and Technical School is a great feature for the school department. There are many options for which area to go into. Also, being able to graduate with career-ready skills and certifications is a huge bonus. The hands-on learning I have gotten from it so far has been awesome. It has made me more excited to learn about the medical field.
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• B

• B-

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $73,788 Average Teacher Salary

North Providence School Department

• School District
• North Providence, RI
• 16 reviews

Senior: North Providence High School, above all, seems to value the well-being of their students. First, the school demonstrates this through academics; where they provide different mandatory days of the week where teachers stay after school to provide help. Second is safety, the school is routinely updating parents about school activities and any major matters that occurred or concerned the school premise. Overall, North Providence High School puts their best foot forward in heeding the growth of their students. However, unperfect the school may be as an individual I proudly represent it.
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• B

• B

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $73,045 Average Teacher Salary

Seekonk Public Schools

• School District
• Seekonk, MA
• 6 reviews

Senior: Great school program, highly recommend. The teachers within the high school are generally intelligent and have decent classroom control. The relationship built between students and teachers is also very strong.
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• B+

• B

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $71,380 Average Teacher Salary

Bristol Warren Regional School District

• School District
• Bristol, RI
• 9 reviews

Middle School Student: On my third and final year at kickemuit middle school and have enjoyed it 100%! The school's administrators are all very nice and know how to keep the students in line. The school is very clean and safe with a wonderful learning environment. If you are on the fence about sending your child to Kickemuit Middle School then I strongly recommend you give it a try!
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• B+

• A-

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $79,070 Average Teacher Salary

Middletown Public Schools

• School District
• Middletown, RI
• 8 reviews

Senior: The Middletown Public Schools have a great and friendly environment. The Middletown Public Schools teachers and staff are kind and caring. The Middletown Public Schools need more resources (money, equipment, and personnel) to have more dedicated athletes in sports, better instruments and facilities for the music department, and many other extracurricular activities. The Middletown Public Schools have a very diverse environment (teachers, students, and staff). There are many options for clubs and extra curricular activities in the Middletown Public Schools. The Middletown Public Schools are in need of better facilities for sports and music as well as classrooms. The parents in the Middletown Public Schools need more involvement to ease school operations.
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• B+

• B+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $77,270 Average Teacher Salary

Beacon Charter School

• School District
• Woonsocket, RI
• 5 reviews

Senior: I really like that Beacon Charter School challenges it's students academically, based on my personal experience I have learned a lot and gained a lot from their academic system. Although it is pretty good academically I feel like there are still areas of improvement. For example I feel like it could and should be more diverse racially within both the student body and the faculty. I also wish there was an easier way to be involved in sports in Beacon.
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• B

• A

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $54,381 Average Teacher Salary

Johnston Public Schools

• School District
• Johnston, RI
• 5 reviews

Senior: Johnston has amazing traditions including the float parade, homecoming and battle of the classes. The school comes together for special events like movie nights, dances and sports/clubs. The teachers and faculty are approachable and willing to help. The students are usually willing to try new things that involve the school.
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• C+

• B-

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $70,813 Average Teacher Salary

South Kingstown School District

• School District
• Wakefield, RI
• 9 reviews

Niche User: South Kingstown High School was a school that I fell in love with. The teachers are awesome and lovable. The students are friendly and make everyone feel welcomed. My experience at South Kingstown High School was an experience I won't forget. One change that should be made is the help of the Guidance counselors. Although they are friendly, they are not much help.
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• A-

• B+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $86,779 Average Teacher Salary

Portsmouth School District

• School District
• Portsmouth, RI
• 15 reviews

Alum: Portsmouth High School is above average academically. The classes are a good size so you can receive extra help if needed. The school spirit is high with an exceptional band and sports have top notch facilities. It’s a well kept school and the surrounding neighborhoods are nice and very safe. It’s a small island community where everyone knows everyone. The beaches are beautiful and Portsmouth High School is rated the highest in Aquidneck Island. I really enjoyed my 4 years at this school and loved participating in the band traveling to many events and parades. They have also made advancements in the technology department to keep up with current technologies. At the present time, they are renovating the school auditorium with a state of the art sound system and brand new seating chairs. All this through the donations of many of the parents and residents of Portsmouth and Aquidneck Island. I would recommend this school to everyone who wants a great edit for their children.
Read 15 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $69,790 Average Teacher Salary