Serving 345 students in grades 6-8, Hope Highlands 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 31% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Highlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hope Highlands Middle School's student population of 345 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hope Highlands Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Highlands Middle School is 0.38, 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
#114 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hope Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Hope Highlands Middle School is ranked #114 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Hope Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Hope Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hope Highlands Middle School?
345 students attend Hope Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hope Highlands Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Highlands Middle School?
Hope Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Highlands Middle School offer ?
Hope Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Highlands Middle School part of?
Hope Highlands Middle School is part of Cranston School District.
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