Serving 635 students in grades 5-8, Portsmouth Middle School 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 52% (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: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portsmouth Middle School's student population of 635 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School 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 Portsmouth Middle School is 0.26, 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
#68 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
9%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Portsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Portsmouth Middle School is ranked #68 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Portsmouth Middle School often compared to?
Portsmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaudet Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Middle School?
635 students attend Portsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Portsmouth Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth Middle School?
Portsmouth Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Middle School offer ?
Portsmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Portsmouth Middle School part of?
Portsmouth Middle School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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