PORTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Portsmouth Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Portsmouth school district, located in Portsmouth, RI with about 729 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Portsmouth Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Portsmouth Middle School, located at 125 Jepson Lane in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, serves as a central hub for the town’s adolescent students, typically catering to grades 6 through 8. As part of the Portsmouth School District, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development necessary for middle schoolers. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school while encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, Portsmouth Middle School is known for its commitment to cultivating a well-rounded educational experience. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and arts initiatives, which allow students to explore their interests and build a sense of community. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and the overall well-being of its student body, the school strives to provide a stable, inclusive, and forward-thinking foundation for the youth of the Portsmouth area.

For more information, contact Portsmouth Middle School at (401) 849-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

125 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
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PORTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Portsmouth, RI with about 729 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Rhode Island

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Portsmouth
Total Students:
729
Teachers:
52.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 729 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PORTSMOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.4%
Hispanic/Latino
4.4%
Two or more races
3.4%
Black or African American
2.2%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
45.5%
Male
54.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.