For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 788 students in 02904, RI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02904, RI are Birchwood Middle School and Esek Hopkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02904 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02904, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02904, RI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Birchwood Drive
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Esek Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02904, RI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02904, RI include Birchwood Middle School and Esek Hopkins Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02904?
2 public middle schools are located in 02904.
What is the racial composition of students in 02904?
02904 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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