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#157 of 302 schools in RI

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle

Middle School · Johnston

10 Memorial Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

738

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#157 of 302

In Johnston

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Johnston

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About Nicholas A. Ferri Middle

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle is a public middle school in Johnston, RI, part of Johnston. Nicholas A.

Ferri Middle serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Nicholas A. Ferri Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Nicholas A. Ferri Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with RI schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
RI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Nicholas A. Ferri 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 Progress6.1Average40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data11

Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.7Average35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-3.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile40th

Resources & Environment6.7Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,836

Chronic Absenteeism32%

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle — Students at Nicholas A. Ferri Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 22 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

71%

2010

Math

52%

ELA

70%

2014

Math

22%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

23%

ELA

40%

2016

Math

21%

ELA

33%

2017

Math

17%

ELA

19%

2018

Math

17%

ELA

34%

2019

Math

17%

ELA

34%

2020*

Math

10%

ELA

28%

2021*

Math

10%

ELA

28%

2022

Math

19%

ELA

32%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Compares

See how Nicholas A. Ferri Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

48th percentile in RI

Academic

5.7/10

Average

Growth

6.1/10

Average

Environment

6.7/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

48%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

60 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

32.0%

Location

10 Memorial Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nicholas A. Ferri Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Excel Academy Rhode Island (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Providence), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr. Edward Ricci School (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby North Providence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Governor Christopher DelSesto (rated 4.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Providence), a more accessible option. For more schools in Johnston, see our Johnston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Early Childhood Center Johnston	0.0 mi	208	8.0
Johnston Senior High Johnston	0.1 mi	805	6.9
Sarah Dyer Barnes School Johnston	0.9 mi	280	6.1
Winsor Hill School Johnston	1.6 mi	380	5.3
Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence	2.0 mi	199	6.5
Graniteville School Johnston	2.4 mi	144	3.7
ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence	1.8 mi	127	5.1
Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence	2.0 mi	417	6.5
Centredale School North Providence	2.3 mi	220	5.0
Greystone School North Providence	2.4 mi	311	7.5
ST ROCCO SCHOOL Johnston	2.4 mi	135	6.3
Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence	2.0 mi	647	4.9
Thornton School Johnston	2.5 mi	346	6.5
Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence	2.1 mi	477	5.0
GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence	2.3 mi	24	—
James L. McGuire School North Providence	2.5 mi	403	4.3
Stone Hill School Cranston	3.1 mi	234	6.6
Brown Avenue School Johnston	2.4 mi	215	6.2
Achievement First Providence Providence	2.5 mi	461	3.5
AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence	2.5 mi	405	3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,811

Median Home Value

$326,100

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

29,473

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nicholas A. Ferri Middle

What grades does Nicholas A. Ferri Middle serve?

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Nicholas A. Ferri Middle?

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nicholas A. Ferri Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Nicholas A. Ferri Middle is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nicholas A. Ferri Middle rank in RI?

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle ranks #157 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Nicholas A. Ferri Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Nicholas A. Ferri Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Nicholas A. Ferri Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nicholas A. Ferri Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Nicholas A. Ferri Middle a charter school?

No, Nicholas A. Ferri Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nicholas A. Ferri Middle a Title I school?

No, Nicholas A. Ferri Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nicholas A. Ferri Middle?

48.4% of students at Nicholas A. Ferri 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.