Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Ponaganset Middle 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 39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponaganset Middle School serves the entire district of North Scituate, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 108.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponaganset Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Ponaganset Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponaganset Middle School is 0.17, 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
#83 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponaganset Middle School's ranking?
Ponaganset Middle School is ranked #83 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Ponaganset Middle School often compared to?
Ponaganset Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Ponaganset Middle School?
396 students attend Ponaganset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ponaganset Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponaganset Middle School?
Ponaganset Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponaganset Middle School offer ?
Ponaganset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponaganset Middle School part of?
Ponaganset Middle School is part of Foster-Glocester School District.
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