Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Kickemuit Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher 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 17% 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: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kickemuit Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kickemuit Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kickemuit 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 Kickemuit Middle School is 0.30, 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
#94 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kickemuit Middle School's ranking?
Kickemuit Middle School is ranked #94 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Kickemuit Middle School often compared to?
Kickemuit Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Middle School, Joseph Case Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Kickemuit Middle School?
633 students attend Kickemuit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kickemuit Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kickemuit Middle School?
Kickemuit Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kickemuit Middle School offer ?
Kickemuit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kickemuit Middle School part of?
Kickemuit Middle School is part of Bristol Warren School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am a student at KMS and I absolutely love it here! Its so organized and has many activities for any student to join in. The staff is so nice and helpful! I highly recommend this school.
1 10/10/2025
This school is really bad. It is so bad that it makes me want to be homeschooled. Don't bring your kids here there are tons of fights and stress in this removing hell of a school.
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