Serving 426 students in grades 6-8, Ponaganset 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 35% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 7% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponaganset Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponaganset 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 Ponaganset Middle School is 0.13, 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
#92 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
93%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Ponaganset Middle School's ranking?
Ponaganset Middle School is ranked #92 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Ponaganset Middle School often compared to?
Ponaganset Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Ponaganset Middle School?
426 students attend Ponaganset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ponaganset Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponaganset Middle School?
Ponaganset Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponaganset Middle School offer ?
Ponaganset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ponaganset Middle School part of?
Ponaganset Middle School is part of Foster-Glocester School District.
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