Serving 366 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 40% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (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 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Hope Highlands 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 Hope Highlands Middle School is 0.45, 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
#96 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
73%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Hope Highlands Middle School is ranked #96 out of 287 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
366 students attend Hope Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hope Highlands Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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