Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Edward Martin 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 12% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward Martin Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward Martin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward Martin Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
14%
9%
White
57%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Martin Middle School's ranking?
Edward Martin Middle School is ranked #204 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Edward Martin Middle School often compared to?
Edward Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Edward Martin Middle School?
595 students attend Edward Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Edward Martin Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Martin Middle School?
Edward Martin Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edward Martin Middle School offer ?
Edward Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edward Martin Middle School part of?
Edward Martin Middle School is part of East Providence School District.
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