Below Average
#233 of 302 schools in RI
Frank E. Thompson Middle
Middle School · Newport
55 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#233 of 302
In Newport
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Newport
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Frank E. Thompson Middle
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About Frank E. Thompson Middle
Frank E. Thompson Middle is a public middle school in Newport, RI, part of Newport. Frank E.
Thompson Middle serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank E. Thompson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Frank E. Thompson Middle show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Frank E. Thompson Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Frank E. Thompson 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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Frank E. Thompson Middle — Students at Frank E. Thompson Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
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: 3.5/10.
How Frank E. Thompson Middle Compares
See how Frank E. Thompson Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frank E. Thompson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Jamestown School-Lawn (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portsmouth Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gaudet Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Middletown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MICHAELS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newport | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Claiborne Pell Elementary Newport | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Rogers High School Newport | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Aquidneck School Middletown | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Middletown High School Middletown | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Middletown | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Forest Avenue School Middletown | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Gaudet Middle School Middletown | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown | 3.6 mi | 9.6 |
| SEA ROSE MONTESSORI CO-OP Portsmouth | 4.6 mi | — |
| THE PENNFIELD SCHOOL Portsmouth | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Melville School Portsmouth | 6.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Portsmouth | 7.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL Portsmouth | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett | 6.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 8.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton | 7.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,515
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
23,615
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence, RI | 4.9 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston, RI | 5.0 |
| Edward Martin Middle East Providence, RI | 4.7 |
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket, RI | 5.2 |
| Roger Williams Middle Providence, RI | 5.2 |
| Riverside Middle School Riverside, RI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank E. Thompson Middle
What grades does Frank E. Thompson Middle serve?
Frank E. Thompson Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Frank E. Thompson Middle?
Frank E. Thompson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank E. Thompson Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Frank E. Thompson Middle is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frank E. Thompson Middle rank in RI?
Frank E. Thompson Middle ranks #233 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Frank E. Thompson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Frank E. Thompson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Frank E. Thompson Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank E. Thompson Middle has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Frank E. Thompson Middle a charter school?
No, Frank E. Thompson Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frank E. Thompson Middle a Title I school?
No, Frank E. Thompson Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank E. Thompson Middle?
70.4% of students at Frank E. Thompson 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Newport County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.0%
- Phone
- (401) 847-1493
Resources & Links
District
Newport- District Enrollment
- 1,856
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,134
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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