Serving 620 students in grades 9-12, Middletown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middletown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Middletown High School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middletown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middletown High School is 0.52, 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
#56 out of 288 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
6%
9%
White
68%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Middletown High School's ranking?
Middletown High School is ranked #56 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Middletown High School often compared to?
Middletown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth High School, Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middletown High School?
The graduation rate of Middletown High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Middletown High School?
620 students attend Middletown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Middletown High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middletown High School?
Middletown High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middletown High School offer ?
Middletown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middletown High School part of?
Middletown High School is part of Middletown School District.
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