Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, Samuel Slater Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Slater Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Samuel Slater Middle School's student population of 631 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel Slater Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Slater Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#285 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
41%
9%
White
21%
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
55%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Slater Middle School's ranking?
Samuel Slater Middle School is ranked #285 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Samuel Slater Middle School?
631 students attend Samuel Slater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Samuel Slater Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Slater Middle School?
Samuel Slater Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Samuel Slater Middle School offer ?
Samuel Slater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Samuel Slater Middle School part of?
Samuel Slater Middle School is part of Pawtucket School District.
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