2019 Best Middle Schools in the Providence AreaAbout this List

The Wheeler School

• Private School
• Providence, RI
• PK, K-12
• 68 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
• 75 reviews

Parent: I have very three very different children who attend Moses Brown, and can attest to the school's commitment to Quaker values and nurturing the "inner light" of EVERY child. The faculty care deeply about their students, holding them to exceptionally high standards both academically and as members of the school community. The education is first rate, and the opportunities beyond the walls of the classroom are phenomenal: arts, athletics, leadership, research, service, travel...I wish I could do school over again at MB!
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• A+

• 753 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln School

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

Alum: I graduated in 1982. Lincoln has had TWO grads on Forbes' list of most powerful women in business - an unprecedented feat! It's a small school that creates big shoes in every industry, from business to medicine to journalism to rocket science. The girls learn from amazing teachers and a superstar school head (Suzanne Fogarty) who is making a name nationally for the innovative curriculum and critical thinking (not rote memorization required for antiquated AP's).

There's global programs (you'll get to travel to India or Cuba) and partnerships with Brown, RISD and Save the Bay. You'll also be on beautiful campuses (note the athletic fields are lined ONLY for girls' sports). You'll gain confidence no matter what path you pursue. You'll see that Lincoln girls stand up for themselves and don't demur or defer. Best of all, you gain access to Alums that help with careers, networking and internships. It's a true sisterhood. Who wouldn't want to be part of that?
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• A+

• 371 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rocky Hill School

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

Alum: I went to Rocky Hill School for high school and had a wonderful experience. The student-teacher ratio, school culture and curriculum were exemplary. I look back on my time there and it shaped me into the person I am today. Their motto "Know Thy Self" really holds true as the teachers and school administration take great care in allowing students to spread their wings and broaden their horizons. I felt prepared for my transition to college and used many of the skills developed at Rocky Hill to thrive. My advisors and sports coaches were particularly supportive and had a huge impact on my life.
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• A+

• 300 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Barrington Middle School

• Barrington Public Schools, RI
• 6-8
• 1 review

• A

• 792 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Archie R. Cole Middle School

• East Greenwich Public Schools, RI
• 6-8

• A

• 678 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Blackstone Valley Prep

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

• A

• 327 Students
• 11:1 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-

• 220 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wickford Middle School

• North Kingstown School District, RI
• 6-8
• 1 review

• A-

• 404 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Barrington Christian Academy

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

Sophomore: I am a new sophomore at Barrington Christian Academy this year. I was studying in another private school for one year and a half. Last summer I decided to transfer here, and I am really glad that I choose this school. After personal experience, I feel that this school is a school with high quality education and responsible teachers.If you have academic problems, the teacher will be happy and patient to help you. I'm also a member of the student council, we give the school a variety of advice. Therefore, not only teachers but also students organize many kinds of interesting activities.Compared with my previous school, Barrington Christian Academy makes me feel more like a big family. Everyone is very friendly, so it is easy to make friends here. In a word, I love this excellent school. BCA is the best!!!
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• A-

• 173 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Mary Academy - Bay View

• Private School
• Riverside, RI
• PK, K-12
• 149 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

Narragansett Pier School

• Narragansett School System, RI
• 5-8

• A-

• 438 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School

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

• A-

• 519 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Davisville Middle School

• North Kingstown School District, RI
• 6-8

• A-

• 545 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Norton Middle School

• Norton Public Schools, MA
• 6-8
• 4 reviews

• A-

• 596 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Somerset Middle School

• Somerset Public Schools, MA
• 6-8

• A-

• 616 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Broad Rock Middle School

• South Kingstown School District, RI
• 5-6
• 1 review

• A-

• 501 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Cumberland Middle School

• Cumberland School Department, RI
• 6-8

• B+

• 666 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Block Island School

• New Shoreham School District, RI
• K-12
• 17 reviews

Freshman: I like the uniqueness of living somewhere that is so close to the sea. The community of the highschool is close knit, and everybody knows everybody. The only downside is that the school doesn’t have AP classes except online.
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• B+

• 119 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Curtis Corner Middle School

• South Kingstown School District, RI
• 7-8
• 1 review

• B+

• 516 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portsmouth Middle School

• Portsmouth School District, RI
• 4-8
• 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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• B+

• 912 Students
• 15:1 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+

• 1,073 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Robert J. Coelho Middle School

• Attleboro Public Schools, MA
• 5-8

• B+

• 663 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School

• Smithfield Public Schools, RI
• 6-8

• B+

• 551 Students
• 13:1 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+

• 419 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio