Serving 450 students in grades 6-8, Davisville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Davisville Middle School's student population of 450 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Davisville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davisville Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
4%
9%
White
75%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davisville Middle School's ranking?
Davisville Middle School is ranked #90 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Davisville Middle School often compared to?
Davisville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wickford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Davisville Middle School?
450 students attend Davisville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Davisville Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davisville Middle School?
Davisville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davisville Middle School offer ?
Davisville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Davisville Middle School part of?
Davisville Middle School is part of North Kingstown School District.
In what neighborhood is Davisville Middle School located?
Davisville Middle School is located in the Davisville neighborhood of North Kingstown, RI.
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
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