It was one of the first modern high schools built during the early 1950s that deviated from previous architectural styles.

The construction included amenities such as a modernized cafeteria and auditorium to accommodate 1,000 occupants as well as a swimming pool with adjoining training and full size gymnasiums.

During construction of the school, a clock tower was built on campus and has since become an iconic symbol of East Providence High.

The new building features 45 classrooms, 10 science labs and two greenhouses with expanded work areas for the graphic design, culinary arts, allied health, and construction programs.

[5] The new building opened in September 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, and features an advanced air filtration system in addition to new classrooms, cafeteria, auditoriums and athletic fields.