WESTERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Westerly Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Westerly school district, located in Westerly, RI with about 870 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 71 teachers, Westerly Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Westerly Middle School, located at 10 Sandy Hill Road in Westerly, Rhode Island, serves as a primary educational hub for the town’s adolescent students. As a key component of the Westerly Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of middle-grade learners. The school environment is structured to support a diverse curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies, while also providing opportunities for exploratory learning and extracurricular engagement.

Beyond its academic program, Westerly Middle School strives to foster a supportive community atmosphere that encourages personal growth and civic responsibility. The school emphasizes the development of critical thinking, collaboration, and technological literacy to prepare students for the challenges of their future academic careers. By integrating various student services and fostering a culture of inclusivity, the school works to ensure that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed in a safe and structured learning environment.

For more information, contact Westerly Middle School at (401) 348-2750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.