Serving 639 students in grades 5-8, Westerly Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 27% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westerly Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Westerly, RI, covering approximately 74.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westerly Middle School's student population of 639 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 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 ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westerly Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westerly Middle School is 0.39, 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
#136 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)20.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Westerly Middle School's ranking?
Westerly Middle School is ranked #136 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Westerly Middle School?
639 students attend Westerly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Westerly Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westerly Middle School?
Westerly Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westerly Middle School offer ?
Westerly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westerly Middle School part of?
Westerly Middle School is part of Westerly School District.
In what neighborhood is Westerly Middle School located?
Westerly Middle School is located in the Misquamicut neighborhood of Westerly, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Misquamicut.
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