Serving 727 students in grades 6-8, Western Hills 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 29% (which is equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Hills Middle School serves the western part of Cranston, RI, covering an area of approximately 21.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's boundaries, reaching up to 4.8 miles at the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Hills Middle School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring a Passion for Learning!
School Rankings
Western Hills 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 Western Hills Middle School is 0.63, 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
#142 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
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)
36%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
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)19.4%
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
11%
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 Western Hills Middle School's ranking?
Western Hills Middle School is ranked #142 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Western Hills Middle School often compared to?
Western Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 Western Hills Middle School?
727 students attend Western Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Western Hills Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Hills Middle School?
Western Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Hills Middle School offer ?
Western Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Hills Middle School part of?
Western Hills Middle School is part of Cranston School District.
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