Excellent
#44 of 302 schools in RI
Top 14% in state
Hope Highlands Middle School
Middle School · Cranston
300 Hope Road, Cranston, RI 02921
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#44 of 302
In Cranston
#2 of 24
public schools
In district
#2 of 22
Cranston
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Hope Highlands Middle School
Hope Highlands Middle School is a public middle school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Hope Highlands Middle School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Hope Highlands Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- RI avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Hope Highlands Middle School — Students at Hope Highlands Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 9.0/10.
How Hope Highlands Middle School Compares
See how Hope Highlands Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 Hope Road, Cranston, RI 02921
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Highlands Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Western Hills Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Winman Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Warwick), a more accessible option. Additionally, John F. Deering Middle (rated 3.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby West Warwick), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Lawn School Cranston | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Wakefield Hills El. School West Warwick | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Orchard Farms El. School Cranston | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND West Warwick | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Cranston High School West Cranston | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| John F. Horgan School West Warwick | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Glen Hills School Cranston | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Stone Hill School Cranston | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MISS LEE ANNS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Cranston | 2.3 mi | — |
| West Warwick High School West Warwick | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| John F. Deering Middle West Warwick | 3.1 mi | 3.6 |
| George J. Peters School Cranston | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Apprenticeship Exploration Sch Cranston | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST ROCCO SCHOOL Johnston | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Winman Middle School Warwick | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Woodridge School Cranston | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Thornton School Johnston | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Toll Gate High School Warwick | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02921 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,500
Median Home Value
$523,900
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
12,673
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
84.7%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
42.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birchwood Middle School North Providence, RI | 7.8 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls, RI | 7.5 |
| Exeter-West Greenwich Reg. Jr. West Greenwich, RI | 7.5 |
| Wickford Middle School North Kingstown, RI | 8.7 |
| Narragansett Pier School Narragansett, RI | 7.3 |
| Davisville Middle School North Kingstown, RI | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Highlands Middle School
What grades does Hope Highlands Middle School serve?
Hope Highlands Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hope Highlands Middle School?
Hope Highlands Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Highlands Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Highlands Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope Highlands Middle School rank in RI?
Hope Highlands Middle School ranks #44 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Hope Highlands Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Hope Highlands Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope Highlands Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Hope Highlands Middle School a charter school?
No, Hope Highlands Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hope Highlands Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hope Highlands Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope Highlands Middle School?
12.5% of students at Hope Highlands Middle School 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
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (401) 270-8148
Resources & Links
District
Cranston- District Enrollment
- 10,126
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,253
- District Rank
- #2 of 22
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