Serving 431 students in grades 6-8, Gaudet Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher 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 39% 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: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph H. Gaudet School's attendance zone covers the entire Middletown, RI school district, encompassing approximately 14.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaudet Middle School's student population of 431 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gaudet Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaudet Middle School is 0.58, 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
#135 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
61%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Gaudet Middle School's ranking?
Gaudet Middle School is ranked #135 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Gaudet Middle School often compared to?
Gaudet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth Middle School, Gaudet Learning Academy, Tiverton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Gaudet Middle School?
431 students attend Gaudet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Gaudet Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaudet Middle School?
Gaudet Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaudet Middle School offer ?
Gaudet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaudet Middle School part of?
Gaudet Middle School is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaudet Middle School located?
Gaudet Middle School is located in the Newport East neighborhood of Middletown, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Newport East.
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