Below Average
#259 of 302 schools in RI
Esek Hopkins Middle
Middle School · Providence
480 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#259 of 302
In Providence
#52 of 58
public schools
In district
#35 of 37
Providence
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About Esek Hopkins Middle
Esek Hopkins Middle is a public middle school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Esek Hopkins Middle serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Esek Hopkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Esek Hopkins Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Esek Hopkins Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
76% of students at Esek Hopkins Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Esek Hopkins Middle — Students at Esek Hopkins Middle score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Esek Hopkins Middle Compares
See how Esek Hopkins Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
480 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esek Hopkins Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nathanael Greene Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Pleasant View School Providence | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Nathanael Greene School Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| THE GRODEN CENTER Providence | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OCEAN TIDES SCHOOL Providence | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,637
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
32,462
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence, RI | 4.4 |
| Riverside Middle School Riverside, RI | 4.6 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E Lincoln, RI | 4.2 |
| Burrillville Middle School Harrisville, RI | 4.2 |
| Hugh B. Bain Middle School Cranston, RI | 4.1 |
| Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport, RI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esek Hopkins Middle
What grades does Esek Hopkins Middle serve?
Esek Hopkins Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Esek Hopkins Middle?
Esek Hopkins Middle has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esek Hopkins Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Esek Hopkins Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esek Hopkins Middle rank in RI?
Esek Hopkins Middle ranks #259 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Esek Hopkins Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Esek Hopkins Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Esek Hopkins Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esek Hopkins Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Esek Hopkins Middle a charter school?
No, Esek Hopkins Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esek Hopkins Middle a Title I school?
No, Esek Hopkins Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esek Hopkins Middle?
84.5% of students at Esek Hopkins Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.8%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9203
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #35 of 37
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