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6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Middletown, Rhode Island

6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 5
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
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Choosing a school in Middletown?

Use this page to compare every school in Middletown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Middletown High School

8.1/10

High · Middletown. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Aquidneck School

7.2/10

Elementary · Middletown. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

All Saints Academy

7.0/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Middletown for 2026 are Middletown High School (8.1/10), Aquidneck School (7.2/10), and All Saints Academy (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

6

5 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.4

out of 10

Median Home

$536,600

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Middletown

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Middletown High School 8.1 / 10
2 Aquidneck School 7.2 / 10
3 All Saints Academy 7.0 / 10
4 Gaudet Middle School 6.0 / 10
5 Gaudet Learning Academy 5.5 / 10
6 Forest Avenue School 4.8 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$97,650

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$536,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
49%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
20 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
59%

Of occupied housing units

How Middletown compares

Rhode Island rank

#17 of 33

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Rhode Island avg (6.2)

Median household income

$98k

100% of Rhode Island median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Middletown, Rhode Island

Middletown, Rhode Island is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Middletown show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Middletown is Middletown High School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Middletown is served by 1 school district: Middletown. These districts collectively serve 1,961 students.

Middletown's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,650. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 02842 (6)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 303 students · Pre-K–3rd 7.2
2 273 students · 4th–5th 5.5
3 309 students · Kindergarten–3rd 4.8
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 120 students · Pre-K–8th 7.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 457 students · 6th–8th 6.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 562 students · 9th–12th 8.1

Schools in Middletown

Middletown, Rhode Island · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$97,650

Median Home Value

$536,600

Median Rent

$1,906/mo

Population

16,920

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

10.0%

Community Profile

Middletown has a median household income of $97,650. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $536,600, with a median rent of $1,906/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Middletown, Rhode Island

How many schools are in Middletown, Rhode Island?

Middletown has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Middletown is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The top-ranked school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Middletown High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The top-ranked elementary school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Aquidneck School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The top-ranked middle school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Gaudet Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best high school in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The top-ranked high school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Middletown High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Middletown, Rhode Island?

Middletown is served by 1 school district: Middletown.

What is the education level in Middletown, Rhode Island?

According to Census data, 49% of adults in Middletown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The median household income in Middletown is approximately $97,650 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Middletown, Rhode Island?

Yes, Middletown has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is All Saints Academy with a score of 7.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Middletown, Rhode Island?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Middletown is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Middletown, Rhode Island?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.