Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, Park View 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 16% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 62% 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: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Park View Middle School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park View 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 Park View Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#174 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
6%
9%
White
38%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park View Middle School's ranking?
Park View Middle School is ranked #174 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Park View Middle School often compared to?
Park View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Park View Middle School?
701 students attend Park View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Park View Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park View Middle School?
Park View Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park View Middle School offer ?
Park View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Park View Middle School part of?
Park View Middle School is part of Cranston School District.
In what neighborhood is Park View Middle School located?
Park View Middle School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Cranston, RI.
School Reviews
5 12/10/2007
My years at Park View were definetly the three greatest of my life. everything there is perfect. the teachers, the classes, the extra cirricular activities... everything! my favorite part of PV was and still is there auditorium. it has awsome design and awsome lighting/sound. it is a perfect example of great theatre. the academics are great. the facilities are clean and upkept, and parents are very involved
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