Serving 817 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Career Tech Center 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Career Tech Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Metropolitan Career Tech Center's student population of 817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metropolitan Career Tech Center 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 Metropolitan Career Tech Center is 0.62, 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
#215 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
31%
Black
17%
9%
White
24%
50%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Career Tech Center's ranking?
Metropolitan Career Tech Center is ranked #215 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Metropolitan Career Tech Center often compared to?
Metropolitan Career Tech Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Providence Career Technical, Davies Career-tech High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Career Tech Center?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Career Tech Center is 96%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Career Tech Center?
817 students attend Metropolitan Career Tech Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Metropolitan Career Tech Center students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 2% 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 Metropolitan Career Tech Center?
Metropolitan Career Tech Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Career Tech Center offer ?
Metropolitan Career Tech Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metropolitan Career Tech Center part of?
Metropolitan Career Tech Center is part of MET Career And Technical School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Career Tech Center located?
Metropolitan Career Tech Center is located in the Upper South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Upper South Providence.
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