Joseph Jenks Middle School vs William E. Tolman High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Rhode Island, United States, 962 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph Jenks Middle School
Pawtucket · Public middle · Grades 6–8
697 students
William E. Tolman High
Pawtucket · Public high · Grades 9–12
995 students
| Measure | Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket, Rhode Island | William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 58 | #46 of 57 |
| National rank | #14830 of 15,369 | #15535 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 697 | 995 |
| Enrollment | 697 | 995 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.5% | 71.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 11% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 7.5% |
| city | Pawtucket | Pawtucket |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William E. Tolman High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.5 vs 12.8).
- •Joseph Jenks Middle School does better on math proficiency (9% vs 7.5%).
- •William E. Tolman High does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 11%).
- •William E. Tolman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.3% vs 80.5%).
- •William E. Tolman High does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.2).
- •William E. Tolman High is the larger school with 995 students compared with 697.
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 Joseph Jenks Middle School better than William E. Tolman High?
On the Success Index (US), William E. Tolman High ranks higher (18.5 vs 12.8 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 Joseph Jenks Middle School and William E. Tolman High?
About 962 m in a straight line, between Pawtucket and Pawtucket in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Jenks Middle School: 697. William E. Tolman High: 995. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Jenks Middle School and William E. Tolman High rank in Rhode Island?
Joseph Jenks Middle School is 53rd of 58 and William E. Tolman High is 46th of 57 among middle schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).