RINI Middle College

Summary:

RINI Middle College is a public charter high school located in Providence, Rhode Island, serving grades 9-12 with an enrollment of 370 students. The school is part of the Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College district, which is ranked 47 out of 60 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While RINI Middle College serves a high-need student population, with 85.95% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school's academic performance has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Rhode Island high schools, with only 26.9% of 11th graders proficient in English Language Arts in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 47.8%. The school spends more per student than the state average, ranging from $13,130 to $14,636 per student, and has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.3 to 13.9. However, these higher spending and lower ratios have not translated into significantly better academic outcomes for RINI Middle College students.

Interestingly, RINI Middle College's performance on certain subgroups, such as African American students, is better than its overall ranking, suggesting that the challenges faced by the school may be systemic issues within the Providence school district. The school's proximity to other high-need schools, such as Central High School and Hope High School, which have similar academic performance, further supports this notion. While RINI Middle College is a public charter school, its performance is not significantly better than the nearby traditional public high schools, and even the nearby charter school, Sheila Skip Nowell, has an even lower ranking and performance.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

150 Washington Street
Providence, RI 02903

(401) 680-4900

District: Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College

SchoolDigger Rank:
46^th of 61 Rhode Island High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $14,636

Student/teacher ratio: 12.3

Number of students: 370

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

67.0%

African American:

22.4%

White:

3.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 85.9%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details RINI Middle College ranks worse than 75.4% of high schools in Rhode Island. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 15.84. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (67%), African American (22.4%), White (3.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 85.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at RINI Middle College is 12.3. (See more...)

Compare RINI Middle College employs 30 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at RINI Middle College is $14,636.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

RINI Middle College:

SchoolDigger ranks RINI Middle College 46^th of 61 Rhode Island public high schools. (See RINI Middle College in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

African American students:

Hispanic students:

Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College:

SchoolDigger ranks Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College 47^th of 60 Rhode Island school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for RINI Middle College

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Rank History for all students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile
2015	28.62	42^nd	56	25.0%
2016	22.78	48^th	57	15.8%
2017	15.72	52^nd	56	7.1%
2018	19.09	43^rd	57	24.6%
2019	11.81	48^th	59	18.6%
2021	18.44	41^st	59	30.5%
2022	19.75	39^th	59	33.9%
2023	19.51	41^st	60	31.7%
2024	15.84	46^th	61	24.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile
2022	28.26	34^th	54	37.0%
2023	31.82	35^th	58	39.7%
2024	25.14	45^th	58	22.4%

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Rank History for Female students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile
2022	18.93	40^th	58	31.0%
2023	17.75	42^nd	59	28.8%
2024	14.51	45^th	56	19.6%

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Rank History for Male students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	20.83	39^th	56	30.4%

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Rank History for African American students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile
2022	61.04	7^th	28	75.0%
2023	58.08	7^th	26	73.1%
2024	47.18	10^th	28	64.3%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at RINI Middle College

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	RI State Percentile
2022	27.14	34^th	49	30.6%
2023	28.68	32^nd	53	39.6%
2024	23.97	42^nd	54	22.2%

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Data source: test scores: Rhode Island Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

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Enrollment information for RINI Middle College

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2012	42	24	3	64	0	0	0	0	133
2013	105	37	2	58	0	0	0	0	202
2014	39	95	2	121	6	1	2	0	266
2015	42	71	0	99	3	2	1	0	218
2016	39	47	0	102	0	1	4	0	193
2017	44	65	3	152	2	1	4	0	271
2018	37	65	1	157	1	0	3	0	264
2019	20	71	1	171	4	0	5	0	272
2020	12	67	1	180	3	0	7	0	270
2021	10	76	2	180	4	0	6	0	278
2022	17	72	3	214	8	1	8	3	326
2023	14	83	4	248	6	2	13	0	370

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at RINI Middle College

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	133	6.0	22.1	78.9
2013	202	11.0	18.3	82.2
2014	266	11.0	24.1	86.8
2015	218	22.0	9.9	98.6
2016	193	18.0	10.7	98.4
2017	271	20.0	13.5	79
2018	264	23.0	11.4	75.8
2019	272	21.0	12.9	62.1
2020	270	21.0	12.8	89.3
2021	278	20.0	13.9	75.9
2022	326	24.0	13.5	69
2023	370	30.0	12.3	85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio RINI Middle College

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2012	133	6.0	22.1	78.9
2013	202	11.0	18.3	82.2
2014	266	11.0	24.1	86.8
2015	218	22.0	9.9	98.6
2016	193	18.0	10.7	98.4
2017	271	20.0	13.5	79
2018	264	23.0	11.4	75.8
2019	272	21.0	12.9	62.1
2020	270	21.0	12.8	89.3
2021	278	20.0	13.9	75.9
2022	326	24.0	13.5	69
2023	370	30.0	12.3	85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for RINI Middle College

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$1,037 (7.9%)	$12,093 (92.1%)	$13,130
2019	$1,614 (11.4%)	$12,581 (88.6%)	$14,196
2020	$1,492 (10.5%)	$12,712 (89.5%)	$14,204
2021	$2,826 (19.3%)	$11,810 (80.7%)	$14,636

Data source: Rhode Island Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on RINI Middle College

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 48^th of 59 High schools	Ranks 41^st of 60 High schools	13%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
10th Grade English Language Arts (RINI Middle College)	31	33.1	2.1%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College)	31	33.1	2.1%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	60.1	55.3	4.8%
10th Grade Mathematics (RINI Middle College)	7	9.6	2.6%
10th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College)	7	9.6	2.6%
10th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	31	27.2	3.8%
11th Grade English Language Arts (RINI Middle College)	20.3	41.9	21.6%
11th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College)	20.3	41.9	21.6%
11th Grade English Language Arts (Rhode Island)	50.5	49.1	1.4%
11th Grade Mathematics (RINI Middle College)	6.8	9.5	2.7%
11th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College)	6.8	9.5	2.7%
11th Grade Mathematics (Rhode Island)	31.2	25.3	5.9%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	272	370	36%
African American	71	83	16.9%
American Indian	4	6	50%
Asian	1	4	300%
Hispanic	171	248	45%
Pacific Islander	0	2
White	20	14	30%
Two or More Races	5	13	160%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	62.1%	85.9%	23.8%

Schools Near RINI Middle College

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSAT10 English Language Arts (2024)	PSAT10 Mathematics (2024)	SAT English Language Arts (2024)	SAT Mathematics (2024)	NGSA Science (2024)	RICAS English Language Arts (2024)		RICAS Mathematics (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT10 English Language Arts 10th Grade	PSAT10 Mathematics 10th Grade	SAT English Language Arts 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	NGSA Science All Grades	RICAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	RICAS English Language Arts All Grades	RICAS Mathematics 8th Grade	RICAS Mathematics All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
RINI Middle College	Public, Charter	9-12	150 Washington Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 680-4900	370	30	12.3	85.9%	14 (3.8%)	83 (22.4%)	248 (67.0%)	4 (1.1%)	6 (1.6%)	2 (0.5%)	13 (3.5%)	15.8	46^th of 61 public high schools	24.6%		19.5	41^st of 60 public high schools	31.7%	5	31.5	5.5	26.9		15.6					$14,636	$2,826	$11,810
Sheila Skip Nowell	Public, Charter	9-12	150 Washington Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Sheila Skip Nowell Leadership Academy	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 751-0405	160	12	13.3	99.4%	17 (10.6%)	29 (18.1%)	101 (63.1%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)	9 (5.6%)	5.5	61^st of 61 public high schools	0.0%		8.6	54^th of 60 public high schools	10.0%	7	16.2		10.3							$13,417	$2,214	$11,203
Trinity Academy Performing Art	Public, Charter	7-12	275 Westminster Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 432-7881	205	21	9.7	84.9%	11 (5.4%)	36 (17.6%)	151 (73.7%)	3 (1.5%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.5%)	28.9	37^th of 61 public high schools	39.3%		16.4	44^th of 60 public high schools	26.7%	7	48.7	15.4	53.8		6.9	8.6	6.7	11.4	5.3	$11,502	$1,052	$10,450
Charette Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	335 Westminster St.	Providence	02903	Providence County	Charette Charter	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 270-1183	167	9	18.7	94.6%	1 (0.6%)	50 (29.9%)	114 (68.3%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.6%)	8.7	55^th of 61 public high schools	9.8%		9.1	52^nd of 60 public high schools	13.3%	3	22.9		14.3							$12,034	$2,750	$9,284
YouthBuild Preparatory Academy	Public	9-12	217 Westminister Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	YouthBuild Preparatory Academy	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(401) 273-7528	38			92.1%	1 (2.6%)	11 (28.9%)	25 (65.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.6%)	11.3	51^st of 61 public high schools	16.4%		6.9	57^th of 60 public high schools	5.0%	6	33.3		6.7
Village Green Virtual	Public, Virtual, Charter	9-12	135 Weybosset Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Village Green Virtual	Yes	(n/a)	Yes	Yes	(401) 831-2878	202	15	13.6	88.1%	3 (1.5%)	69 (34.2%)	123 (60.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (3.5%)	20.9	41^st of 61 public high schools	32.8%		23.5	39^th of 60 public high schools	35.0%	2	42.0		18.0							$14,776	$2,515	$12,262
Classical High School	Public	9-12	770 Westminster Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9145	1,113	64	17.3	58.3%	221 (19.9%)	193 (17.3%)	533 (47.9%)	100 (9.0%)	5 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	52 (4.7%)	95.9	3^rd of 61 public high schools	95.1%		93.3	3^rd of 60 public high schools	95.0%			73.2	88.8	60.1	52.9					$12,489	$511	$11,978
Central High School	Public	9-12	70 Fricker Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9111	1,302	79	16.4	86.9%	39 (3.0%)	152 (11.7%)	999 (76.7%)	59 (4.5%)	6 (0.5%)	1 (0.1%)	30 (2.3%)	6.8	58^th of 61 public high schools	4.9%		5.1	59^th of 60 public high schools	1.7%	1	17.7		13.2							$15,074	$866	$14,207
Providence Career Technical	Public	9-12	41 Fricker street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(401) 456-9136	646	71	9.1	86.2%	31 (4.8%)	71 (11.0%)	500 (77.4%)	20 (3.1%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	20 (3.1%)	17	45^th of 61 public high schools	26.2%		15.7	45^th of 60 public high schools	25.0%		35.9	6.7	24.2	11.5	15.0					$21,581	$1,793	$19,788
Newcomer Academy	Public	9-12	91 Fricker Street	Providence	02903	Providence County	Providence	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	(n/a)	(401) 455-3406	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)

Frequently Asked Questions about RINI Middle College

What is the racial makeup of RINI Middle College?

Students at RINI Middle College are 67% Hispanic, 22% African American, 4% White, 4% Two or more races, 2% American Indian, 1% Asian.

What district is RINI Middle College in?

Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College

How many students attend RINI Middle College?

In the 2022-23 school year, 370 students attended RINI Middle College.

Is RINI Middle College a good school?

RINI Middle College ranks in the bottom 24.6% of Rhode Island high schools.

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