RIVERSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Riverside Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the East Providence school district, located in Riverside, RI with about 499 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Riverside Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Riverside Middle School, located at 179 Forbes Street in Riverside, Rhode Island, serves as a central educational hub for students in the East Providence School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, providing a curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic demands of high school. The school is committed to fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, offering a structured environment where students can explore diverse subjects and extracurricular activities tailored to their age group.

Beyond its academic program, Riverside Middle School plays a significant role in the local community. It emphasizes the importance of a supportive school culture, encouraging student engagement through clubs, sports, and collaborative learning opportunities. By focusing on academic achievement, character building, and community involvement, the school aims to prepare its students to become responsible, productive citizens while providing them with the foundational skills necessary for future success in their secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Riverside Middle School at (401) 433-6230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.