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#14 of 65 private schools in RI

Top 20% of private schools

Middlebridge School

High School

333 OCEAN RD, Narragansett, RI 02882

Private

Enrollment

70

Student-Teacher

1.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Rhode Island private schools

#14 of 65

In Narragansett

#1 of 2

public schools

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Middlebridge School

7.4/10

High School in Narragansett · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Narragansett Pier School

7.3/10

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8.8/10

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About Middlebridge School

Middlebridge School is a private high school in Narragansett, RI. Middlebridge School serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 1.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Middlebridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 65 private schools in RI.

How it compares0.5 pts above RI schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, Middlebridge School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 1.8:1 students to teachers, Middlebridge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Middlebridge School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Middlebridge School compares to the 3 public schools in Narragansett, RI

Student-Teacher Ratio
1.8:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
70
This School
vs
352
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 58.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 34.3% vs 0%
White 7.1% vs 0%
Middlebridge School Narragansett Public Avg

All Schools in Narragansett

School Rating
Middlebridge School (this school) 7.4
Narragansett Pier School 7.3
Narragansett High School 8.8
Narragansett Elementary 8.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in RI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 1.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 70
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in RI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 58.6%
Hispanic 34.3%
White 7.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

333 OCEAN RD, Narragansett, RI 02882

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middlebridge School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Kingstown High (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Kingstown Sr. High (rated 9.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Narragansett High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Narragansett, see our Narragansett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Narragansett Pier School Narragansett 1.1 mi 7.3
Narragansett High School Narragansett 1.2 mi 8.8
Narragansett Elementary Narragansett 1.7 mi 8.7
MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield 2.2 mi 4.1
BRADLEY SCHOOL-SOUTH Wakefield 2.6 mi 6.7
South Kingstown High Wakefield 2.9 mi 9.3
Broad Rock Middle School Wakefield 3.2 mi 7.1
Peace Dale School Peace Dale 3.5 mi 6.4
QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett 5.1 mi 5.8
Matunuck School Wakefield 5.0 mi 7.9
The Compass School Kingston 6.3 mi 5.5
Kingston Hill Academy Saunderstown 6.4 mi 8.6
West Kingston School West Kingston 6.5 mi 4.7
Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown 7.1 mi 8.2
Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown 7.1 mi 9.6
SOUTH COUNTY MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Kingstown 8.9 mi 6.0
Hamilton School North Kingstown 9.2 mi 8.8
North Kingstown Sr. High North Kingstown 9.7 mi 9.0
Rogers High School Newport 8.0 mi 6.5
Wickford Middle School North Kingstown 10.5 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02882 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,794

Median Home Value

$686,000

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

12,984

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middlebridge School

What grades does Middlebridge School serve?

Middlebridge School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Middlebridge School?

Middlebridge School has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middlebridge School?

The student-teacher ratio at Middlebridge School is 1.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Middlebridge School rank in RI?

Middlebridge School ranks #14 of 65 private schools in RI.

What is Middlebridge School's MySchoolScout rating?

Middlebridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Middlebridge School a private school?

Yes, Middlebridge School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Middlebridge School a religious school?

No, Middlebridge School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County

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