Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, Paul Cuffee 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Cuffee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paul Cuffee Middle School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Paul Cuffee Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Cuffee Middle School is 0.40, 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
#247 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
76%
31%
Black
15%
9%
White
2%
50%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Cuffee Middle School's ranking?
Paul Cuffee Middle School is ranked #247 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Paul Cuffee Middle School?
189 students attend Paul Cuffee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Paul Cuffee Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Cuffee Middle School?
Paul Cuffee Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul Cuffee Middle School offer ?
Paul Cuffee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Cuffee Middle School part of?
Paul Cuffee Middle School is part of Paul Cuffee Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Cuffee Middle School located?
Paul Cuffee Middle School is located in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in Federal Hill.
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