Serving 808 students in grades 6-8, Nathanael Greene 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 15% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathanael Greene Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nathanael Greene Middle School's student population of 808 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathanael Greene 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 Nathanael Greene Middle School is 0.53, 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
#217 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
17%
9%
White
8%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathanael Greene Middle School's ranking?
Nathanael Greene Middle School is ranked #217 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Nathanael Greene Middle School often compared to?
Nathanael Greene Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Bishop Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Nathanael Greene Middle School?
808 students attend Nathanael Greene Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nathanael Greene Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathanael Greene Middle School?
Nathanael Greene Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathanael Greene Middle School offer ?
Nathanael Greene Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nathanael Greene Middle School part of?
Nathanael Greene Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Nathanael Greene Middle School located?
Nathanael Greene Middle School is located in the Elmhurst neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 1 other public schools located in Elmhurst.
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