Serving 469 students in grades 6-8, Burrillville 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 17% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burrillville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Harrisville, RI, encompassing approximately 57.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burrillville Middle School's student population of 469 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respectful, Responsible & Ready to Learn
School Rankings
Burrillville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burrillville Middle School is 0.24, 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
#197 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Burrillville Middle School's ranking?
Burrillville Middle School is ranked #197 out of 287 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Burrillville Middle School?
469 students attend Burrillville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Burrillville Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burrillville Middle School?
Burrillville Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burrillville Middle School offer ?
Burrillville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burrillville Middle School part of?
Burrillville Middle School is part of Burrillville School District.
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