Average
#220 of 302 schools in RI
Roger Williams Middle
Middle School · Providence
278 Thurbers Avenue, Providence, RI 02905
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#220 of 302
In Providence
#40 of 58
public schools
In district
#26 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Roger Williams Middle
Roger Williams Middle is a public middle school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Roger Williams Middle serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Roger Williams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Roger Williams Middle show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Roger Williams Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
65% of students at Roger Williams 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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Roger Williams Middle — Students at Roger Williams Middle score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
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: 8.3/10.
How Roger Williams Middle Compares
See how Roger Williams Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
278 Thurbers Avenue, Providence, RI 02905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roger Williams Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilbert Stuart Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| 360 High School Providence | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mary E. Fogarty El. School Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| The Hope Academy Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Highlander Elementary Charter Providence | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV Providence | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Reservoir Avenue School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Leviton Dual Language School Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,126
Median Home Value
$322,700
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
24,780
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket, RI | 5.2 |
| Calcutt Middle School Central Falls, RI | 5.3 |
| Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket, RI | 5.3 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence, RI | 5.0 |
| Western Hills Middle School Cranston, RI | 5.0 |
| Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport, RI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roger Williams Middle
What grades does Roger Williams Middle serve?
Roger Williams Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Roger Williams Middle?
Roger Williams Middle has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roger Williams Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Roger Williams Middle is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roger Williams Middle rank in RI?
Roger Williams Middle ranks #220 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Roger Williams Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Roger Williams Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Roger Williams Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roger Williams Middle has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Roger Williams Middle a charter school?
No, Roger Williams Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roger Williams Middle a Title I school?
No, Roger Williams Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roger Williams Middle?
83.1% of students at Roger Williams 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 651
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.7%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9355
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District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #26 of 37
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