Frank E. Thompson Middle vs Gaudet Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle 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 Middle School
Middletown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
431 students
| Measure | Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport, Rhode Island | Gaudet Middle School Middletown, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #39 of 58 | #25 of 58 |
| National rank | #12369 of 15,369 | #7996 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 499 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 39.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 35% |
| city | Newport | Middletown |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gaudet Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.4 vs 27.6).
- •Gaudet Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 20%).
- •Gaudet Middle School does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Gaudet Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 77.8%).
- •Frank E. Thompson Middle does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 11.1).
- •Frank E. Thompson Middle is the larger school with 499 students compared with 431.
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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Gaudet Middle School ranks higher (48.4 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 Middle School?
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 Middle School: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank E. Thompson Middle and Gaudet Middle School rank in Rhode Island?
Frank E. Thompson Middle is 39th of 58 and Gaudet Middle School is 25th of 58 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).