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Park View Middle School

Middle School · Cranston

25 Park View Boulevard, Cranston, RI 02910

Enrollment

693

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#184 of 302

In Cranston

#11 of 24

public schools

In district

#10 of 22

Cranston

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Park View Middle School

5.7/10

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

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6.4/10

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About Park View Middle School

Park View Middle School is a public middle school in Cranston, RI, part of Cranston. Park View Middle School serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Park View Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Park View Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • RI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,253
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Park View Middle School — Students at Park View Middle School score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.4% (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
47%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
36%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Park View Middle School Compares

See how Park View Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in RI
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

25 Park View Boulevard, Cranston, RI 02910

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park View Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pilgrim High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Warwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lillian Feinstein El. School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Providence), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cranston, see our Cranston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL SCHOOL Cranston 0.9 mi 6.4
W. R. Dutemple School Cranston 0.9 mi 4.1
Edward S. Rhodes School Cranston 1.0 mi 6.1
Edgewood Highland Cranston 1.2 mi 5.7
Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence 1.5 mi 6.8
Reservoir Avenue School Providence 1.4 mi 6.0
Cranston High School East Cranston 1.2 mi 6.1
Holliman School Warwick 1.6 mi 5.3
Norwood School Warwick 1.6 mi 4.2
PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER Warwick 1.5 mi 6.4
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence 1.7 mi 6.7
Cranston Early Learning Center Cranston 1.4 mi 5.5
Roger Williams Middle Providence 1.8 mi 5.2
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence 1.7 mi 4.8
Pilgrim High School Warwick 1.8 mi 7.5
Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence 1.8 mi 6.3
Highlander Elementary Charter Providence 1.9 mi 6.1
W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence 1.9 mi 5.3
360 High School Providence 1.9 mi 6.0
BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 2.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,909

Median Home Value

$302,400

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

23,406

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Tiverton Middle School Tiverton, RI 5.7
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket, RI 5.6
Nathan Bishop Middle Providence, RI 5.9
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle Smithfield, RI 5.9
Chariho Regional Middle School Wood River Junction, RI 6.0
Gaudet Middle School Middletown, RI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park View Middle School

What grades does Park View Middle School serve?

Park View Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Park View Middle School?

Park View Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park View Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park View Middle School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park View Middle School rank in RI?

Park View Middle School ranks #184 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Park View Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park View Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Park View Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park View Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Park View Middle School a charter school?

No, Park View Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Park View Middle School a Title I school?

No, Park View Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park View Middle School?

55.3% of students at Park View 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Cranston
District Enrollment
10,126
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,253
District Rank
#10 of 22

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