2020 Best Middle Schools in the Providence AreaAbout this List

The Wheeler School

• Private School
• Providence, RI
• PK, K-12
• 73 reviews

Parent: An outstanding school. The teachers and administration have really gotten to know my children well, and truly seem to care about each child as an individual. They take pride in their community and strong academics. They model and expect good manners and respect for one another, and they don't tolerate disruptive students. There are no special privileges for being affluent; the poorest kids are treated and educated as well as the wealthiest ones. Administration and teachers are accessible, generous and approachable. We are so glad our children are here after a terrible few years at the other school up the road. This school is amazing!
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• A+

• 768 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Moses Brown School

• Private School
• Providence, RI
• PK, K-12
• 79 reviews

Senior: I am currently a senior and have been here since freshman year. I had been in public school for elementary and middle in a district that isn't the greatest. Moses Brown made my transition as smooth as it could be and has helped me tremendously throughout the past four years. The teachers and staff are extremely supportive and care about the student's well-being. I have been a part of the girl's soccer team, indoor track team, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, and percussion ensemble, and have recently been involved in the school musical. I am also a leader of the Community Outreach Club that raises funds for different organizations throughout the school year. MB allows you to be involved in as many things as you want and encourages you to try new things. I never saw myself being in the pit for a musical, or throwing shot put but this school allowed me to try new things and have fun doing it.
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• A+

• 753 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln School

• Private School
• Providence, RI
• PK, K-12
• 73 reviews

Parent: Wonderful school. Could not have found a better place for my daughters! Thank you, Lincoln, for giving them the opportunity of a lifetime. If you're considering this school, apply. And keep applying until you get in—it's that good.
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• A+

• 371 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rocky Hill Country Day School

• Private School
• East Greenwich, RI
• PK, K-12
• 58 reviews

Sophomore: Something that I found appealing when looking at the school was the small class sizes that allowed individuals to be challenged. If a student needs to be accelerated or helped, RHCD does a great job of providing options for them. The Harkness style tables that are found in almost every classroom, make it feel like an inclusive environment where you have little option of hiding. Overall, I really have enjoyed my experience because I have been able to meet so many great students and teachers, as well as challenging and preparing myself for the future.
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• A+

• 308 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Barrington Middle School

• Barrington Public Schools, RI
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

Niche User: All of my grandchildren attended Barrington Middle School. Great teachers who ar?very qualified and knowledgeable about working with Middle school students. New school facility is the state of the arts. Students are provided a differentiated curriculum based on their needs and talents.
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• A

• 782 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Archie R. Cole Middle School

• East Greenwich Public Schools, RI
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

• A

• 631 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wickford Middle School

• North Kingstown School District, RI
• 6-8
• 2 reviews

Middle School Student: Great school with good teachers. However, the facilities are old and falling apart. Very sports-oriented, with less focus on the arts (could be improved). But overall, this school is academically above average and I would gladly send my kid there.
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• A

• 389 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Blackstone Valley Prep

• Public School
• Central Falls, RI
• 5-8

• A

• 332 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Mary Academy - Bay View

• Private School
• Riverside, RI
• PK, K-12
• 155 reviews

Freshman: At first I was very hesitant to join Bayview. It's an all girls school, each class is an hour and a half, there's uniforms. In 9th grade , (this year) I finally decided to go. Honesty, this was the best decision I've ever made. Not only was I improving academically, but I was also experiences changes with who I was as a person. Within weeks, I was becoming more independent, feeling better and more confident about myself, and over all being stronger than ever. The transition was tough at first since I transferred mid- semester, but the staff and students supported me so much and made me feel welcome. Being at an all girls school, I expected there to be tons of drama. But there has been barely any! Everyone was is kind and accepting of each other. I love the atmosphere at bayview! I totally recommend going here at least for high school, there are so many opportunities and the experience at this school is life changing.
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• A

• 501 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lawn School

• Jamestown School Department, RI
• 5-8
• 11 reviews

High School Sophomore: Jamestown offers academic courses in all core subject areas - math, history / social studies, science, and English. Students in grades 6 through 8 also take Spanish classes. In addition, students can choose between band, keyboard (piano), and chorus as a music class. Lastly, students are required to take art and physical education.
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• A

• 219 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Narragansett Pier School

• Narragansett School System, RI
• 5-8

• A

• 432 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Barrington Christian Academy

• Private School
• Barrington, RI
• K-12
• 36 reviews

Parent: An excellent academic program/faith-based education in a family-like nurturing environment! All 3 of my children attended BCA starting in grade K, and so far 2 graduated and were accepted into the colleges of their choice with academic scholarships. My third is currently a high school student.
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• A

• 173 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Cumberland Middle School

• Cumberland School Department, RI
• 6-8

• A

• 654 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Broad Rock Middle School

• South Kingstown School District, RI
• 5-6
• 3 reviews

Parent: Many wonderful teachers going above and beyond to make this a great school for our kids! It is a great transition for kids coming from elementary school and getting ready for the upper grades of middle school. There are many fun clubs and activities after school. The music programs are amazing.
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• A-

• 479 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portsmouth Middle School

• Portsmouth School District, RI
• 5-8
• 5 reviews

Alum: My teachers were all great. I don't have any bad memories in class at Portsmouth Middle School. The library and Little Theatre are really nice. I enjoyed the curriculums and found that I was challenged in class but the work wasn't overly difficult. I was in the Green Club after school in Middle School and really loved working in the greenhouse and planting trees. I also participated in school musicals, jazz band, and the choir. I had a great time in after-school programs.
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• A-

• 729 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Davisville Middle School

• North Kingstown School District, RI
• 6-8

• A-

• 526 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Joseph H. Gaudet School

• Middletown Public Schools, RI
• 5-8

• B+

• 694 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Curtis Corner Middle School

• South Kingstown School District, RI
• 7-8
• 3 reviews

• B+

• 521 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Smithfield Middle School

• North Smithfield School Department, RI
• 6-8
• 3 reviews

Parent: I don't know where the negatives complaints are coming from! I am a parent of 2 children, one is now in the high school, and the other is in 8th grade in the middle school. Both LOVED their experience here. The teachers are compassionate and very helpful. They have designated days in which they stay after school if a student needs extra help. The principal is very understanding and takes discipline seriously (as a principal should). The after school activities are plentiful. The students seem very friendly and outgoing. Both of my kids made lasting friendships while attending the middle school.
Great Experience!
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• B+

• 409 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School

• Seekonk Public Schools, MA
• 6-8
• 1 review

• B+

• 501 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Blackstone Valley Prep Mid2

• Public School
• Lincoln, RI
• 5-6

• B+

• 166 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kickemuit Middle School

• Bristol Warren Regional School District, RI
• 6-8

• B+

• 747 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Attleborough Middle School

• North Attleborough Public Schools, MA
• 6-8
• 7 reviews

Niche User: School definitely rallies around students who are in tough situations.
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• B+

• 1,088 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School

• Smithfield Public Schools, RI
• 6-8

• B+

• 587 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hope Highlands Middle School

• Cranston Public Schools, RI
• 6-8

• B+

• 398 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio