Serving 604 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 17% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward Martin Middle School's student population of 604 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Edward Martin Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 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 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
#186 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
13%
9%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward Martin Middle School's ranking?
Edward Martin Middle School is ranked #186 out of 289 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Edward Martin Middle School?
604 students attend Edward Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Edward Martin Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward Martin Middle School?
Edward Martin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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