Serving 565 students in grades 5-8, Frank E. Thompson 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 8% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank E. Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank E. Thompson Middle School's student population of 565 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frank E. Thompson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank E. Thompson Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#240 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
11%
9%
White
34%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank E. Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School is ranked #240 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Frank E. Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Frank E. Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown School-lawn, Rogers High School, Claiborne Pell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Frank E. Thompson Middle School?
565 students attend Frank E. Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Frank E. Thompson Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank E. Thompson Middle School?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank E. Thompson Middle School offer ?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Frank E. Thompson Middle School part of?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School is part of Newport School District.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
I would totally recommend this school. it has very good teachers and most of the students are respectful as well. I use to go to this school and i loved it!!!!
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