Serving 527 students in grades 6-8, Hugh B. Bain 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 10% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugh B. Bain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hugh B. Bain Middle School's student population of 527 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugh B. Bain Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh B. Bain Middle School is 0.57, 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
#257 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
63%
31%
Black
6%
9%
White
14%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh B. Bain Middle School's ranking?
Hugh B. Bain Middle School is ranked #257 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hugh B. Bain Middle School often compared to?
Hugh B. Bain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Middle School, Park View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hugh B. Bain Middle School?
527 students attend Hugh B. Bain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hugh B. Bain Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hugh B. Bain Middle School?
Hugh B. Bain Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hugh B. Bain Middle School offer ?
Hugh B. Bain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh B. Bain Middle School part of?
Hugh B. Bain Middle School is part of Cranston School District.
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