Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Archie R. Cole MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire East Greenwich school district, covering approximately 16.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archie R. Cole Middle School's student population of 597 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Archie R. Cole Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Archie R. Cole Middle School's ranking?
Archie R. Cole Middle School is ranked #31 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Archie R. Cole Middle School often compared to?
Archie R. Cole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davisville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Archie R. Cole Middle School?
597 students attend Archie R. Cole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Archie R. Cole Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Archie R. Cole Middle School?
Archie R. Cole Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Archie R. Cole Middle School offer ?
Archie R. Cole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Archie R. Cole Middle School part of?
Archie R. Cole Middle School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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