HIGHLANDER CHARTER

Highlander Charter is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Highlander school district, located in Providence, RI with about 534 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, Highlander Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Highlander Charter School, located at 42 Lexington Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island, is a public charter school committed to providing a rigorous and inclusive educational environment. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on fostering academic excellence while emphasizing social-emotional development. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a supportive school culture, Highlander aims to ensure that every student receives personalized attention, preparing them for success in higher education and beyond.

The school is well-regarded for its holistic approach to learning, which integrates challenging curriculum standards with community-based engagement. Highlander Charter prioritizes building strong relationships between students, families, and staff to create a collaborative atmosphere. Through its mission-driven programming, the school strives to empower its students to become critical thinkers and active, responsible citizens within the Providence community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Highlander Charter at (401) 277-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.