Serving 711 students in grades 6-8, Park View 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 23% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park View Middle School serves the east part of Cranston, RI, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park View Middle School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park View Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#156 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park View Middle School's ranking?
Park View Middle School is ranked #156 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Park View Middle School often compared to?
Park View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Middle School, Hugh B. Bain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Park View Middle School?
711 students attend Park View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Park View Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park View Middle School?
Park View Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park View Middle School offer ?
Park View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park View Middle School part of?
Park View Middle School is part of Cranston School District.
In what neighborhood is Park View Middle School located?
Park View Middle School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Cranston, RI.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My years at Park View were definetly the three greatest of my life. everything there is perfect. the teachers, the classes, the extra cirricular activities... everything! my favorite part of PV was and still is there auditorium. it has awsome design and awsome lighting/sound. it is a perfect example of great theatre. the academics are great. the facilities are clean and upkept, and parents are very involved
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