Serving 618 students in grades 5-8, Portsmouth Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Portsmouth Middle School's student population of 618 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth Middle School is 0.32, 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
#70 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Portsmouth Middle School is ranked #70 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Portsmouth Middle School often compared to?
Portsmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gaudet Middle School, Tiverton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Middle School?
618 students attend Portsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Portsmouth Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth Middle School?
Portsmouth Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Middle School offer ?
Portsmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Portsmouth Middle School part of?
Portsmouth Middle School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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