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Nathanael Greene Middle

Middle School · Providence

721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

Enrollment

803

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#231 of 302

In Providence

#44 of 58

public schools

In district

#29 of 37

Providence

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Nathanael Greene Middle

5.0/10

Middle School in Providence · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harry Kizirian Elementary

5.2/10

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About Nathanael Greene Middle

Nathanael Greene Middle is a public middle school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Nathanael Greene Middle serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathanael Greene Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Nathanael Greene Middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • RI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Nathanael Greene 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)10% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,050
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Nathanael Greene Middle — Students at Nathanael Greene Middle score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
19%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Nathanael Greene Middle Compares

See how Nathanael Greene Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in RI
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

Location

721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nathanael Greene Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Broadway Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paul Cuffee Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence 0.3 mi 5.2
Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence 0.4 mi 8.1
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence 0.5 mi 6.5
Times2 Elementary School Providence 0.5 mi 8.6
Times2 Middle/High School Providence 0.5 mi 6.5
ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence 0.6 mi 5.8
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence 0.7 mi 6.7
Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence 0.9 mi 6.2
LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence 0.9 mi 3.6
BRADLEY SCHOOL PROVIDENCE Providence 1.0 mi 8.2
Veazie Street School Providence 1.1 mi 4.3
R.I. School for the Deaf Providence 1.1 mi 5.6
Urban Collaborative Program Providence 1.1 mi 5.1
West Broadway Middle School Providence 1.2 mi 6.5
Esek Hopkins Middle Providence 1.1 mi 4.4
Paul Cuffee Middle School Providence 1.2 mi 5.4
MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence 1.0 mi
Asa Messer El. School Providence 1.3 mi 5.6
George J. West El. School Providence 1.0 mi 6.2
THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence 1.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,341

Median Home Value

$293,800

Median Rent

$1,381/mo

Population

39,661

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

34.5

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Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov Coventry, RI 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nathanael Greene Middle

What grades does Nathanael Greene Middle serve?

Nathanael Greene Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Nathanael Greene Middle?

Nathanael Greene Middle has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathanael Greene Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Nathanael Greene Middle is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nathanael Greene Middle rank in RI?

Nathanael Greene Middle ranks #231 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Nathanael Greene Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Nathanael Greene Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Nathanael Greene Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathanael Greene Middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Nathanael Greene Middle a charter school?

No, Nathanael Greene Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nathanael Greene Middle a Title I school?

No, Nathanael Greene Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nathanael Greene Middle?

78.6% of students at Nathanael Greene 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

Providence
District Enrollment
19,856
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,050
District Rank
#29 of 37

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