Serving 500 students in grades 5-8, Frank E. Thompson 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 13% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank E. Thompson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank E. Thompson Middle School's student population of 500 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Frank E. Thompson 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 Frank E. Thompson Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#238 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
10%
9%
White
31%
51%
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
64%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Frank E. Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School is ranked #238 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Frank E. Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Frank E. Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown School-lawn, Rogers High School, Claiborne Pell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Frank E. Thompson Middle School?
500 students attend Frank E. Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Frank E. Thompson Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank E. Thompson Middle School?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Frank E. Thompson Middle School offer ?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank E. Thompson Middle School part of?
Frank E. Thompson Middle School is part of Newport School District.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
I would totally recommend this school. it has very good teachers and most of the students are respectful as well. I use to go to this school and i loved it!!!!
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