Vincent J. Gallagher Middle

10 Indian Run Trail
Smithfield, RI 02917

(401)949-2056

537 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School, located at 10 Indian Run Trail in Smithfield, Rhode Island, serves as a central hub for the district's middle-level education. As part of the Smithfield Public Schools system, the institution focuses on fostering academic growth and social development for students transitioning from elementary school to high school. The school is known for providing a structured yet supportive environment that emphasizes a broad curriculum, including core academic subjects, arts, and physical education, all aimed at preparing students for the rigors of secondary education.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Gallagher Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and student engagement. The school typically offers various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that encourage students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between teachers, parents, and the local Smithfield community, the school strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that addresses both the developmental needs and the diverse learning styles of its student body.

537

Total Students

44.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

19.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Vincent J. Gallagher Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	449
Hispanic	54
Black	9
Asian	8
Two or More	17

White
449 (83.6 %)
Hispanic
54 (10.1 %)
Two or More
17 (3.2 %)
Black
9 (1.7 %)
Asian
8 (1.5 %)

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:	Smithfield
Phone:	(401)949-2056
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	537
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	89
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 185

Grade 7 182

Grade 8 170