Serving 845 students in grades 5-8, Chariho Regional Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chariho Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chariho Regional Middle School's student population of 845 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chariho Regional 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 Chariho Regional Middle School is 0.19, 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
#115 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Chariho Regional Middle School's ranking?
Chariho Regional Middle School is ranked #115 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Chariho Regional Middle School?
845 students attend Chariho Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chariho Regional Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chariho Regional Middle School?
Chariho Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chariho Regional Middle School offer ?
Chariho Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Chariho Regional Middle School part of?
Chariho Regional Middle School is part of Chariho School District.
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