Serving 488 students in grades 5-8, Tiverton 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 39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tiverton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tiverton Middle School's student population of 488 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Work Hard In Silence.. Let Your Success Make The Noise.
School Rankings
Tiverton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tiverton Middle School is 0.24, 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 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
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
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Tiverton Middle School's ranking?
Tiverton Middle School is ranked #114 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Tiverton Middle School often compared to?
Tiverton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth Middle School, Gaudet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Tiverton Middle School?
488 students attend Tiverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Tiverton Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tiverton Middle School?
Tiverton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tiverton Middle School offer ?
Tiverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tiverton Middle School part of?
Tiverton Middle School is part of Tiverton School District.
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