Edward Martin Middle vs Kent Heights School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 693 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward Martin Middle
East Providence · Public middle · Grades 6–8
564 students
Kent Heights School
East Providence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
251 students
| Measure | Edward Martin Middle East Providence, Rhode Island | Kent Heights School East Providence, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #37 of 58 | #84 of 172 |
| National rank | #11960 of 15,369 | #27093 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 564 | 251 |
| Enrollment | 564 | 251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55% | 56.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 37% |
| city | East Providence | East Providence |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kent Heights School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 29.8).
- •Kent Heights School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Kent Heights School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 21%).
- •Edward Martin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 56.2%).
- •Edward Martin Middle does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.2).
- •Edward Martin Middle is the larger school with 564 students compared with 251.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edward Martin Middle better than Kent Heights School?
On the Success Index (US), Kent Heights School ranks higher (47.1 vs 29.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Edward Martin Middle and Kent Heights School?
About 693 m in a straight line, between East Providence and East Providence in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward Martin Middle: 564. Kent Heights School: 251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward Martin Middle and Kent Heights School rank in Rhode Island?
Edward Martin Middle is 37th of 58 and Kent Heights School is 84th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).