Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Esek Hopkins 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 3% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esek Hopkins Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Providence, RI, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esek Hopkins Middle School's student population of 398 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Esek Hopkins 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 Esek Hopkins Middle School is 0.52, 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
#287 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
18%
9%
White
5%
50%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esek Hopkins Middle School's ranking?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is ranked #287 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Esek Hopkins Middle School often compared to?
Esek Hopkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchwood Middle School, West Broadway Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Esek Hopkins Middle School?
398 students attend Esek Hopkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Esek Hopkins Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esek Hopkins Middle School?
Esek Hopkins Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esek Hopkins Middle School offer ?
Esek Hopkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esek Hopkins Middle School part of?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Esek Hopkins Middle School located?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is located in the Charles neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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