Serving 506 students in grades 5-8, North Smithfield 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 49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Smithfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Smithfield Middle School's student population of 506 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Smithfield 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 North Smithfield Middle School is 0.30, 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
#56 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
83%
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
18%
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 North Smithfield Middle School's ranking?
North Smithfield Middle School is ranked #56 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend North Smithfield Middle School?
506 students attend North Smithfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Smithfield Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Smithfield Middle School?
North Smithfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Smithfield Middle School offer ?
North Smithfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is North Smithfield Middle School part of?
North Smithfield Middle School is part of North Smithfield School District.
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