Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Nathan Bishop 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 14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Bishop Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nathan Bishop Middle School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Nathan Bishop 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 Nathan Bishop Middle School is 0.67, 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
#212 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
52%
30%
Black
19%
9%
White
16%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Nathan Bishop Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Bishop Middle School is ranked #212 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Nathan Bishop Middle School often compared to?
Nathan Bishop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathanael Greene Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Nathan Bishop Middle School?
669 students attend Nathan Bishop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nathan Bishop Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Bishop Middle School?
Nathan Bishop Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathan Bishop Middle School offer ?
Nathan Bishop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Bishop Middle School part of?
Nathan Bishop Middle School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Nathan Bishop Middle School located?
Nathan Bishop Middle School is located in the Blackstone Boulevard Realty Plat Historic District neighborhood of Providence, RI.
School Reviews
5 6/3/2022
This school has a great community. The teachers and administration are hardworking and always show their respect for the students. Nathan Bishop's below-average academic results are not caused by a lack of effort by teachers, but by a lack of proficient resources and staff.
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