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#142 of 302 schools in RI
Top 47% in state
Westerly Middle School
Middle School · Westerly
10 Sandy Hill Road, Westerly, RI 02891
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#142 of 302
In Westerly
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Westerly
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Westerly Middle School
Westerly Middle School is a public middle school in Westerly, RI, part of Westerly. Westerly Middle School serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Westerly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Westerly Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- RI avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Westerly Middle School — Students at Westerly Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
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: 4.2/10.
How Westerly Middle School Compares
See how Westerly Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Sandy Hill Road, Westerly, RI 02891
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westerly Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stonington Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Mystic), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chariho Regional Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Wood River Junction), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westerly, see our Westerly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dunn's Corners School Westerly | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| State Street School Westerly | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Westerly High School Westerly | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Westerly Inclusion Preschool P Westerly | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Pawcatuck | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| West Vine Street School Pawcatuck | 3.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Springbrook Elementary School Westerly | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Ashaway Elementary School Ashaway | 5.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Stonington High School Pawcatuck | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington | 6.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PINE POINT SCHOOL Stonington | 5.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Chariho Regional Middle School Wood River Junction | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Wheeler High School North Stonington | 8.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Chariho Alternative Learning A Wood River Junction | 8.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Chariho High School Wood River Junction | 8.4 mi | 8.3 |
| North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington | 8.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Deans Mill School Stonington | 7.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Stonington Middle School Mystic | 8.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Charlestown Elementary School Charlestown | 9.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Hope Valley Elementary School Hope Valley | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02891 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,435
Median Home Value
$422,600
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
21,698
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
54.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kickemuit Middle School Warren, RI | 6.3 |
| AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston, RI | 6.4 |
| Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence, RI | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Middle School Lincoln, RI | 6.1 |
| Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Johnston, RI | 6.1 |
| Ponaganset Middle School North Scituate, RI | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westerly Middle School
What grades does Westerly Middle School serve?
Westerly Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Westerly Middle School?
Westerly Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westerly Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westerly Middle School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westerly Middle School rank in RI?
Westerly Middle School ranks #142 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Westerly Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westerly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Westerly Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westerly Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westerly Middle School a charter school?
No, Westerly Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westerly Middle School a Title I school?
No, Westerly Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westerly Middle School?
36.1% of students at Westerly 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (401) 315-1601
Resources & Links
District
Westerly- District Enrollment
- 2,215
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,503
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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