William S. Rogers High School is a public high school in Newport, Rhode Island, United States. It is part of Newport Public Schools. Other public high schools in the area include the Paul Crowley MET School and the Career & Technical School.
Serving 605 students in grades 9-12, Rogers 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rogers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rogers High School's student population of 605 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rogers 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 Rogers High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#167 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
10%
9%
White
36%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers High School's ranking?
Rogers High School is ranked #167 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Rogers High School often compared to?
Rogers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown High School, Portsmouth High School, Tiverton 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 29% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rogers High School?
The graduation rate of Rogers High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Rogers High School?
605 students attend Rogers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rogers High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rogers High School?
Rogers High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rogers High School offer ?
Rogers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rogers High School part of?
Rogers High School is part of Newport School District.
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