Middletown High School is a public high school located on Aquidneck Island in Rhode Island, United States. A part of Middletown Public Schools, it serves approximately 730 students from 9th through 12th grade and was established in 1961.
Serving 562 students in grades 9-12, Middletown High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middletown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Middletown High School's student population of 562 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Middletown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middletown High School is 0.54, 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
#71 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
5%
9%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middletown High School's ranking?
Middletown High School is ranked #71 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Middletown High School often compared to?
Middletown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth High School, Rogers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middletown High School?
The graduation rate of Middletown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Middletown High School?
562 students attend Middletown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Middletown High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middletown High School?
Middletown High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middletown High School offer ?
Middletown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middletown High School part of?
Middletown High School is part of Middletown School District.
In what neighborhood is Middletown High School located?
Middletown High 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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