Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Roger Williams 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 2% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roger Williams Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Providence, RI, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roger Williams Middle School's student population of 786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Roger Williams 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 Roger Williams Middle School is 0.48, 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
#285 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)53.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roger Williams Middle School's ranking?
Roger Williams Middle School is ranked #285 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Roger Williams Middle School?
786 students attend Roger Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Roger Williams Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roger Williams Middle School?
Roger Williams Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roger Williams Middle School offer ?
Roger Williams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roger Williams Middle School part of?
Roger Williams Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Roger Williams Middle School located?
Roger Williams Middle School is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 7 other public schools located in Lower South Providence.
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