Serving 463 students in grades 6-8, Gaudet Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaudet Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Gaudet Middle School's student population of 463 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaudet Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaudet Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
6%
9%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaudet Middle School's ranking?
Gaudet Middle School is ranked #151 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Gaudet Middle School often compared to?
Gaudet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth Middle School, Frank E. Thompson Middle School, Tiverton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Gaudet Middle School?
463 students attend Gaudet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gaudet Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaudet Middle School?
Gaudet Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaudet Middle School offer ?
Gaudet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gaudet Middle School part of?
Gaudet Middle School is part of Middletown School District.
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