Roger Williams Middle School

278 Thurbers Avenue
Providence, RI 02905
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 735 students in grades 6-8, Roger Williams Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 735 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in RI
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Roger Williams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:

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School Overview

Roger Williams Middle School's student population of 735 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
735 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
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School Rankings

Roger Williams 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 Roger Williams Middle School is 0.51, 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.
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State Level (RI)
#283 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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3%
23%
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7%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
68%
29%
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Black
17%
9%
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White
6%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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0.51
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roger Williams Middle School's ranking?
Roger Williams Middle School is ranked #283 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Roger Williams Middle School?
735 students attend Roger Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Roger Williams Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roger Williams Middle School?
Roger Williams Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roger Williams Middle School offer ?
Roger Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Roger Williams Middle School part of?
Roger Williams Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Roger Williams Middle School located?
Roger Williams Middle School is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 7 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 735 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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