Serving 513 students in grades 5-8, North Smithfield MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% 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 34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Smithfield MiddleSchool's student population of 513 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Smithfield MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Smithfield MiddleSchool is 0.25, 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
#65 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
5%
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 North Smithfield MiddleSchool's ranking?
North Smithfield MiddleSchool is ranked #65 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend North Smithfield MiddleSchool?
513 students attend North Smithfield MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Smithfield MiddleSchool students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Smithfield MiddleSchool?
North Smithfield MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Smithfield MiddleSchool offer ?
North Smithfield MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is North Smithfield MiddleSchool part of?
North Smithfield MiddleSchool is part of North Smithfield School District.
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