Frank E. Thompson Middle vs Gaudet Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank E. Thompson Middle
Newport · Public middle · Grades 5–8
499 students
Gaudet Learning Academy
Middletown · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
259 students
| Measure | Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport, Rhode Island | Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 58 | #79 of 172 |
| National rank | #12369 of 15,369 | #25805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 499 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 22% |
| city | Newport | Middletown |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaudet Learning Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.0 vs 27.6).
- •Gaudet Learning Academy does better on math proficiency (22% vs 20%).
- •Gaudet Learning Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Gaudet Learning Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 77.8%).
- •Frank E. Thompson Middle does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.3).
- •Frank E. Thompson Middle is the larger school with 499 students compared with 259.
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 Frank E. Thompson Middle better than Gaudet Learning Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Gaudet Learning Academy ranks higher (49.0 vs 27.6 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 Frank E. Thompson Middle and Gaudet Learning Academy?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Newport and Middletown in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank E. Thompson Middle: 499. Gaudet Learning Academy: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank E. Thompson Middle and Gaudet Learning Academy rank in Rhode Island?
Frank E. Thompson Middle is 39th of 58 and Gaudet Learning Academy is 79th of 172 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).