Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), 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: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Archie R. Cole Middle School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Archie R. Cole Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Archie R. Cole Middle School is 0.37, 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
#33 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Archie R. Cole Middle School's ranking?
Archie R. Cole Middle School is ranked #33 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Archie R. Cole Middle School often compared to?
Archie R. Cole Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davisville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Archie R. Cole Middle School?
626 students attend Archie R. Cole Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Archie R. Cole Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Archie R. Cole Middle School?
Archie R. Cole Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Archie R. Cole Middle School offer ?
Archie R. Cole Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Archie R. Cole Middle School part of?
Archie R. Cole Middle School is part of East Greenwich School District.
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