Joseph Jenks Middle School
622 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Joseph Jenks Middle School, located at 350 Division Street in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, serves as a key educational institution for the local community. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, providing a structured environment designed to support students as they bridge the gap between elementary and high school. The school operates under the Pawtucket School District, emphasizing core academic standards, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for future success in secondary education.
The school is named in honor of Joseph Jenks, a notable figure in colonial Rhode Island history, reflecting the community’s connection to its local heritage. Like many schools in the Pawtucket area, Joseph Jenks Middle School prioritizes creating an inclusive atmosphere that serves a diverse student body. By offering a variety of extracurricular activities and academic programs, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and community engagement, striving to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate both their educational journey and their eventual roles in the workforce or higher education.
The school is named in honor of Joseph Jenks, a notable figure in colonial Rhode Island history, reflecting the community’s connection to its local heritage. Like many schools in the Pawtucket area, Joseph Jenks Middle School prioritizes creating an inclusive atmosphere that serves a diverse student body. By offering a variety of extracurricular activities and academic programs, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and community engagement, striving to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate both their educational journey and their eventual roles in the workforce or higher education.
622
Total Students
48.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 147 |
| Hispanic | 233 |
| Black | 187 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 45 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic233 (37.5 %)
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Black187 (30.1 %)
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White147 (23.6 %)
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Two or More45 (7.2 %)
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American Indian6 (1.0 %)
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Asian3 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pawtucket |
| Phone: | (401)729-6520 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 622 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 485 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 76 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
202
Grade 7
203
Grade 8
217
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 202 |
| Grade 7 | 203 |
| Grade 8 | 217 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 326 | 52.4% |
| Male | 296 | 47.6% |
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