Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Nicholas A. Ferri 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 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School's student population of 738 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School is 0.59, 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
#165 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
7%
9%
White
55%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School's ranking?
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School is ranked #165 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School often compared to?
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponaganset Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School?
738 students attend Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School?
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School offer ?
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School part of?
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School is part of Johnston School District.
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