Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova 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 7% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova's student population of 550 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova is 0.70, which is more 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
#275 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
11%
9%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova's ranking?
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova is ranked #275 out of 289 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova?
550 students attend Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova?
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova offer ?
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova part of?
Woonsocket Middle Villa Nova is part of Woonsocket School District.
School Reviews
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