For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 457 students in 02842, RI.
The top ranked public middle school in 02842, RI is Gaudet Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02842 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02842, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02842, RI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gaudet Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1113 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Grades: 6-8
| 457 students
02842, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
26 Oliphant Lane
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Grades: K
| 53 students
740 West Main Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 02842, RI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 02842, RI include Gaudet Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02842?
1 public middle schools are located in 02842.
What is the racial composition of students in 02842?
02842 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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