Serving 651 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roger Williams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roger Williams Middle School's student population of 651 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Roger Williams Middle School 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 Roger Williams Middle School is 0.58, 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
#287 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
62%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
7%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Roger Williams Middle School's ranking?
Roger Williams Middle School is ranked #287 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
651 students attend Roger Williams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Roger Williams Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roger Williams Middle School?
Roger Williams Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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