Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, Scituate 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 32% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scituate Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Scituate Middle School's student population of 260 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scituate Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scituate Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
1%
9%
White
93%
50%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scituate Middle School's ranking?
Scituate Middle School is ranked #106 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Scituate Middle School?
260 students attend Scituate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Scituate Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scituate Middle School?
Scituate Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scituate Middle School offer ?
Scituate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scituate Middle School part of?
Scituate Middle School is part of Scituate School District.
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