North Smithfield Middle School

Summary:

North Smithfield Middle School is a public middle school serving 506 students in grades 5-8 in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, which is part of the highly-ranked Smithfield School District. The school consistently performs well on state assessments, ranking among the top middle schools in the state, but has a significantly less diverse student population compared to nearby schools.

North Smithfield Middle School excels academically, with 57.3% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 53.6% proficient or better in Mathematics, exceeding the district and state averages. However, the school's student population is around 83-85% white, in contrast to more diverse schools like Excel Academy Rhode Island and Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E. Additionally, North Smithfield Middle School serves a more affluent population, with only 10.92% to 22.33% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, compared to over 70% at schools like Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet and Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova.

The higher spending per student at North Smithfield Middle School, ranging from $12,893 to $14,032, may contribute to the school's strong academic performance, but it also raises questions about the efficient use of resources and the potential for cost-effective strategies to improve student outcomes across the region. While North Smithfield Middle School stands out as a high-performing school, the differences in racial diversity and socioeconomic status compared to nearby schools suggest a need to address issues of equity and inclusion within the school community.

Detail:

Public 5-8

1850 Providence Pike
North Smithfield, RI 02896

(401) 597-6100

District: North Smithfield

SchoolDigger Rank:
6^th of 64 Rhode Island Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $13,145

Students who attend North Smithfield Middle School usually attend:

High:

North Smitfield High School

Feeder schools for North Smithfield Middle School:

Elementary:

North Smithfield Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 11.8

Number of students: 506

Racial breakdown:

White:

83.0%

Hispanic:

9.7%

Two or more races:

3.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 22.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details North Smithfield Middle School ranks better than 90.6% of middle schools in Rhode Island. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 88.7. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (83%), Hispanic (9.7%), two or more races (3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 22.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at North Smithfield Middle School is 11.8. (See more...)

Compare North Smithfield Middle School employs 42.8 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at North Smithfield Middle School is $13,145.

Schooldigger Rankings:

North Smithfield Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks North Smithfield Middle School 6^th of 64 Rhode Island public middle schools. (See North Smithfield Middle School in the ranking list.)

North Smithfield:

SchoolDigger ranks North Smithfield 5^th of 59 Rhode Island school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for North Smithfield Middle School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	RI State Percentile
2009	52.92	27^th	53	49.1%
2010	80.20	13^th	54	75.9%
2011	74.63	13^th	49	73.5%
2012	81.48	8^th	48	83.3%
2013	85.32	4^th	48	91.7%
2014	83.04	5^th	49	89.8%
2015	66.03	17^th	59	71.2%
2016	62.14	22^nd	59	62.7%
2017	77.06	11^th	57	80.7%
2018	82.73	8^th	53	84.9%
2019	81.32	10^th	61	83.6%
2021	83.54	9^th	62	85.5%
2022	89.46	6^th	60	90.0%
2023	88.70	6^th	64	90.6%

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Data source: test scores: Rhode Island Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

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Enrollment information for North Smithfield Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2009	437	9	5	5	0	n/a	n/a	456
2010	428	6	6	3	0	n/a	n/a	443
2011	392	2	5	14	0	0	8	421
2012	364	1	6	17	0	0	9	397
2013	343	1	8	22	0	0	11	385
2014	361	2	10	21	0	0	12	406
2015	395	4	8	24	1	0	10	442
2016	406	5	8	26	1	0	8	454
2017	363	6	5	27	2	1	15	419
2018	346	7	4	34	1	1	16	409
2019	325	7	8	40	0	1	19	400
2020	462	8	9	57	0	1	19	556
2021	450	10	9	55	0	1	17	542
2022	439	7	7	42	0	0	18	513
2023	420	11	11	49	0	0	15	506

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at North Smithfield Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	456	38.7	9.6	13.8
2010	443	39.4	11.2	13.5
2011	421	37.0	11.3	11.6
2012	397	37.0	10.7	13.9
2013	385	20.0	19.2	12.7
2014	406	28.5	14.2	17.7
2015	442	28.0	15.7	18.8
2016	454	35.0	12.9	18.5
2017	419	32.4	12.9	16.2
2018	409	33.4	12.2	18.1
2019	400	32.4	12.3	19.3
2020	556	42.5	13.0	19.2
2021	542	41.8	12.9	22
2022	513	43.3	11.8	10.9
2023	506	42.8	11.8	22.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio North Smithfield Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	456	38.7	9.6	13.8
2010	443	39.4	11.2	13.5
2011	421	37.0	11.3	11.6
2012	397	37.0	10.7	13.9
2013	385	20.0	19.2	12.7
2014	406	28.5	14.2	17.7
2015	442	28.0	15.7	18.8
2016	454	35.0	12.9	18.5
2017	419	32.4	12.9	16.2
2018	409	33.4	12.2	18.1
2019	400	32.4	12.3	19.3
2020	556	42.5	13.0	19.2
2021	542	41.8	12.9	22
2022	513	43.3	11.8	10.9
2023	506	42.8	11.8	22.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for North Smithfield Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$106 (0.8%)	$13,856 (99.2%)	$13,961
2019	$113 (0.8%)	$13,919 (99.2%)	$14,032
2020	$363 (2.8%)	$12,529 (97.2%)	$12,893
2021	$260 (2.0%)	$12,885 (98.0%)	$13,145

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on North Smithfield Middle School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 10^th of 61 Middle schools	Ranks 6^th of 64 Middle schools	7%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield Middle School)	68.9	60.7	8.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield)	68.9	60.2	8.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	39.1	31.9	7.2%
6th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield Middle School)	63.3	59	4.3%
6th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield)	63.3	58.5	4.8%
6th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	28	28.7	0.8%
7th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield Middle School)	56.3	56.1	0.2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield)	55.8	55.7	0.1%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	31.5	29	2.5%
7th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield Middle School)	36.7	51.8	15.1%
7th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield)	36.4	51.3	14.9%
7th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	27.6	25.7	1.9%
8th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield Middle School)	61.6	62.2	0.6%
8th Grade English Language Arts (North Smithfield)	61.1	61.3	0.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	36.3	32.2	4.1%
8th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield Middle School)	32.7	55.6	22.9%
8th Grade Mathematics (North Smithfield)	32.5	54.7	22.2%
8th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	24.5	23	1.5%
All Grades English Language Arts (North Smithfield Middle School)	62.6	57.3	5.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (North Smithfield)	61.7	54.3	7.4%
All Grades Mathematics (North Smithfield Middle School)	45.6	53.6	8%
All Grades Mathematics (North Smithfield)	50.3	55.5	5.2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	400	506	26.5%
African American	7	11	57.1%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	8	11	37.5%
Hispanic	40	49	22.5%
Pacific Islander	1	0	100%
White	325	420	29.2%
Two or More Races	19	15	21.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	19.3%	22.3%	3.1%

Schools Near North Smithfield Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				NGSA Science (2023)	RICAS English Language Arts (2023)					RICAS Mathematics (2023)					Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NGSA Science All Grades	RICAS English Language Arts 5th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts 6th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts 7th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts All Grades	RICAS Mathematics 5th Grade	RICAS Mathematics 6th Grade	RICAS Mathematics 7th Grade	RICAS Mathematics 8th Grade	RICAS Mathematics All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
North Smithfield Middle School	Public	5-8	1850 Providence Pike	North Smithfield	02896	Providence County	North Smithfield	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 597-6100	506	43	11.8	22.3%	420 (83.0%)	11 (2.2%)	49 (9.7%)	11 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (3.0%)	88.7	6^th of 64 public middle schools	90.6%		89.5	6^th of 60 public middle schools	90.0%		44.4	49.6	60.7	56.1	62.2	57.3	48.0	59.0	51.8	55.6	53.6	$13,145	$260	$12,885
Founders Academy	Public, Charter	6-8	1 Social Street	Woonsocket	02895	Providence County	Beacon Charter School	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 671-6261	153	11	14.5	47.1%	65 (42.5%)	19 (12.4%)	52 (34.0%)	3 (2.0%)	1 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (8.5%)	14.5	52^nd of 64 public middle schools	18.8%		23.4	41^st of 60 public middle schools	31.7%	11	18.0		17.0	14.8	9.4	13.8			5.7			$10,049	$1,284	$8,766
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet	Public	6-8	60 Florence Dr.	Woonsocket	02895	Providence County	Woonsocket	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 235-6110	564	50	11.2	82.8%	236 (41.8%)	78 (13.8%)	183 (32.4%)	22 (3.9%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (7.8%)	10.4	58^th of 64 public middle schools	9.4%		12.3	52^nd of 60 public middle schools	13.3%	6	13.6		8.5	10.4	11.8	10.3		7.4	7.3		6.3
Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova	Public	6-8	240 Florence Dr.	Woonsocket	02895	Providence County	Woonsocket	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 235-6125	630	59	10.6	79.4%	247 (39.2%)	69 (11.0%)	227 (36.0%)	37 (5.9%)	3 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	46 (7.3%)	9	62^nd of 64 public middle schools	3.1%		10.6	54^th of 60 public middle schools	10.0%	8	11.2		10.2		8.2	7.5		7.5		6.2	5.7
Burrillville Middle School	Public	6-8	2220 Broncos Highway	Harrisville	02830	Providence County	Burrillville	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 568-1320	486	41	11.9	37.4%	433 (89.1%)	10 (2.1%)	28 (5.8%)	3 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	11 (2.3%)	35.2	36^th of 64 public middle schools	43.8%		28.4	35^th of 60 public middle schools	41.7%	1	35.6		25.5	26.9	35.0	29.2		15.7	19.4	14.2	16.4	$16,091	$165	$15,926
Lincoln Middle School	Public	6-8	152 Jenckes Hill Road	Lincoln	02865	Providence County	Lincoln	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 721-3400	778	51	15.3	28.7%	583 (74.9%)	40 (5.1%)	94 (12.1%)	22 (2.8%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (0.6%)	34 (4.4%)	74.1	15^th of 64 public middle schools	76.6%		79.8	11^th of 60 public middle schools	81.7%	4	43.9		39.8	40.8	50.8	43.8		52.6	42.0	35.7	43.4	$14,012	$268	$13,744
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle	Public	6-8	10 Indian Run Trail	Smithfield	02917	Providence County	Smithfield	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 949-2056	537	44	12.2	14.7%	449 (83.6%)	9 (1.7%)	54 (10.1%)	8 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (3.2%)	73.9	16^th of 64 public middle schools	75.0%		70.5	17^th of 60 public middle schools	71.7%	1	32.9		58.5	51.4	44.2	51.6		46.9	33.5	43.6	41.3	$14,405	$258	$14,147
North Cumberland Middle	Public	6-8	400 Nate Whipple Highway	Cumberland	02864	Providence County	Cumberland	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 333-6306	635	43	14.9	12.6%	497 (78.3%)	12 (1.9%)	59 (9.3%)	47 (7.4%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (2.8%)	96.5	2^nd of 64 public middle schools	96.9%		95.2	2^nd of 60 public middle schools	96.7%		64.4		66.2	64.4	62.7	64.4		70.5	56.6	67.7	64.9	$11,165	$91	$11,075
Excel Academy Rhode Island	Public, Charter	5-6	622 Woonasquatucket Avenue	North Providence	02911	Providence County	Excel Academy Rhode Island	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(401) 680-6086	117	10	11.7	80.3%	3 (2.6%)	22 (18.8%)	87 (74.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (4.3%)								(n/a)	23.1	24.6					12.0
Birchwood Middle School	Public	6-8	10 Birchwood Drive	North Providence	02904	Providence County	North Providence	No	(n/a)	No	No	(401) 233-1120	379	31	12.2	43.3%	187 (49.3%)	58 (15.3%)	94 (24.8%)	15 (4.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	24 (6.3%)	62.3	22^nd of 64 public middle schools	65.6%		68.7	19^th of 60 public middle schools	68.3%	3	41.2		36.0	43.4	51.2	43.6		18.3	32.2	39.7	30.2	$14,093	$441	$13,653

Frequently Asked Questions about North Smithfield Middle School

What district is North Smithfield Middle School in?

North Smithfield

Is North Smithfield Middle School a good school?

Yes. North Smithfield Middle School ranks in the top 9.4% of Rhode Island middle schools.

What is the racial makeup of North Smithfield Middle School?

Students at North Smithfield Middle School are 83% White, 10% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% African American, 2% Asian.

How many students attend North Smithfield Middle School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 506 students attended North Smithfield Middle School.

What high school do graduates of North Smithfield Middle School attend?

Students who attend North Smithfield Middle School usually go on to attend North Smitfield High School

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