Frank E. Thompson Middle School

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Frank E. Thompson Middle School

Public Elementary, Middle School | Grade 5-8

55 Broadway, Newport, RI

Newport Public Schools

5.0

4.0

565 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jaime Crowley

Student Teacher Ratio
8:1

Math Proficiency
13%

Reading Proficiency
14%

C+

Academics

C+

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

14%

Math Proficiency

13%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 8:1 Teachers 62	Full Time Teachers 62
Teachers in First or Second Year 0%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

291:1

Student Diversity

Male 53.8%	Female 46.2%
Hispanic 37.4%	White 31.5%
Two or more races 14.7%	Black 11.5%
Native American 2.4%	Asian or Pacific Islander 2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Middle School Student

2/17/2018

Growing up in Newport, Rhide Island everyone attends Thompson Middle School, firmly Thompson Junior High School. Situated in the City Center it was the academic hub of diversity. The ciculum was by far well diversified. Offering sports activities including football and basketball. Outstanding woodworking classes held here as well as pottery classes. Sheet metal was offered as well.

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1.0 parent

12/8/2014

As a military family moving around every two to three years I didn't let the 4 rating of this school sway my decision to have my daughter attend her 6th grade yr at TMS as I had herd a few positives none the less. I had high hopes for this school, but from the beginning it's been one disappoint afte...

5.0 other

8/14/2014

It is a wonderful school I go there myself so don't be worried it has a huge gym and if you are going to Thompson for the first time and entering 6th grade then you will be able to do soccer and all of the other things to so don't worry and come to thompson I will great you I hope the others will to...

5.0 parent

6/10/2014

Great school - administration and teachers are top notch, great facility in downtown area, good security, challenging academics, and variety of extra-curricular activities.

4.0 teacher

5/5/2013

TMS is a warm, inviting school with teachers who will go the extra mile to help students. There is an extensive after school program that offers academic as well as enrichment opportunities for all students. Teachers at this school work very hard to help all students learn.

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Frank E. Thompson Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Newport, RI, in the Newport neighborhood, and is served by the Newport Public Schools in Rhode Island. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 565 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Academic records show that 13% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 14% are proficient in reading. Frank E. Thompson Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,261,792. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Met East Bay School, Rogers High School, Middletown High School, and more. Learn more about what Newport has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Frank E. Thompson Middle School.

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