Needs Improvement
#288 of 302 schools in RI
John F. Deering Middle
Middle School · West Warwick
2 Webster Knight Drive, West Warwick, RI 02893
Enrollment
1,049
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,049
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#288 of 302
In West Warwick
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
West Warwick
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John F. Deering Middle
Middle School in West Warwick · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Deering Middle
John F. Deering Middle is a public middle school in West Warwick, RI, part of West Warwick. John F.
Deering Middle serves approximately 1,049 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Deering Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #288 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Deering Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at John F. Deering 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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John F. Deering Middle — Students at John F. Deering Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
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: 2.3/10.
How John F. Deering Middle Compares
See how John F. Deering Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2 Webster Knight Drive, West Warwick, RI 02893
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Deering Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hope Highlands Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cranston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov (rated 5.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Coventry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winman Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Warwick, see our West Warwick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Warwick High School West Warwick | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| John F. Horgan School West Warwick | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Maisie E. Quinn School West Warwick | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Wakefield Hills El. School West Warwick | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Scott School Warwick | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL West Warwick | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND West Warwick | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Toll Gate High School Warwick | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Winman Middle School Warwick | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Blackrock School Coventry | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenbush Elementary School West Warwick | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Tiogue School Coventry | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Hope Highlands Middle School Cranston | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov Coventry | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PROGRESSIVE LEARNING FOR CHILDREN Warwick | 2.4 mi | — |
| Oak Lawn School Cranston | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Hope School Hope | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Hopkins Hill School Coventry | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Cedar Hill School Warwick | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenwood School Warwick | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02893 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,903
Median Home Value
$293,100
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
31,025
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket, RI | 4.2 |
| Winman Middle School Warwick, RI | 4.4 |
| Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence, RI | 4.9 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence, RI | 5.0 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston, RI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Deering Middle
What grades does John F. Deering Middle serve?
John F. Deering Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend John F. Deering Middle?
John F. Deering Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,049 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Deering Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Deering Middle is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Deering Middle rank in RI?
John F. Deering Middle ranks #288 of 302 schools in RI.
What is John F. Deering Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Deering Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 John F. Deering Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Deering Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John F. Deering Middle a charter school?
No, John F. Deering Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Deering Middle a Title I school?
No, John F. Deering Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John F. Deering Middle?
43.9% of students at John F. Deering 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
- 1,049
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 102
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (401) 822-8445
Resources & Links
District
West Warwick- District Enrollment
- 3,562
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,127
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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