Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, Esek Hopkins 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 4% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esek Hopkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Esek Hopkins Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Esek Hopkins 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 Esek Hopkins Middle School is 0.58, 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
#288 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
61%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
9%
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
83%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esek Hopkins Middle School's ranking?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is ranked #288 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Esek Hopkins Middle School often compared to?
Esek Hopkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Esek Hopkins Middle School?
435 students attend Esek Hopkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Esek Hopkins Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esek Hopkins Middle School?
Esek Hopkins Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esek Hopkins Middle School offer ?
Esek Hopkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Esek Hopkins Middle School part of?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Esek Hopkins Middle School located?
Esek Hopkins Middle School is located in the Charles neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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