Serving 697 students in grades 6-8, Samuel Slater 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 10% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Slater Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Samuel Slater Middle School's student population of 697 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel Slater 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 Samuel Slater Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#280 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
39%
9%
White
25%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Slater Middle School's ranking?
Samuel Slater Middle School is ranked #280 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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Samuel Slater Middle School?
697 students attend Samuel Slater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Samuel Slater Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Slater Middle School?
Samuel Slater Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Samuel Slater Middle School offer ?
Samuel Slater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Samuel Slater Middle School part of?
Samuel Slater Middle School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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