Serving 502 students in grades 5-8, North Smithfield Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Smithfield MS's attendance zone covers the entire North Smithfield, RI school district, encompassing approximately 24.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Smithfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Smithfield Middle School's student population of 502 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to prepare each student to be a successful and responsible member of society.
School Rankings
North Smithfield Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Smithfield Middle School is 0.33, 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
#51 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Smithfield Middle School's ranking?
North Smithfield Middle School is ranked #51 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend North Smithfield Middle School?
502 students attend North Smithfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Smithfield Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Smithfield Middle School?
North Smithfield Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Smithfield Middle School offer ?
North Smithfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Smithfield Middle School part of?
North Smithfield Middle School is part of North Smithfield School District.
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