Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Edward Martin 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 21% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 46% 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: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward Martin Middle School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Edward Martin 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 Edward Martin Middle School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#190 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Martin Middle School's ranking?
Edward Martin Middle School is ranked #190 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Edward Martin Middle School often compared to?
Edward Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Edward Martin Middle School?
564 students attend Edward Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Edward Martin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 12% 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 Edward Martin Middle School?
Edward Martin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edward Martin Middle School offer ?
Edward Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward Martin Middle School part of?
Edward Martin Middle School is part of East Providence School District.
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