Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Scituate Middle School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scituate Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scituate Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scituate Middle School is 0.13, 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
#140 out of 288 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scituate Middle School's ranking?
Scituate Middle School is ranked #140 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Scituate Middle School?
257 students attend Scituate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Scituate Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scituate Middle School?
Scituate Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scituate Middle School offer ?
Scituate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Scituate Middle School part of?
Scituate Middle School is part of Scituate School District.
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