Joseph Jenks Middle School

School Overview
Joseph Jenks Middle School, located at 350 Division Street in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, serves as a key educational institution for the local community. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, providing a structured environment designed to support students as they bridge the gap between elementary and high school. The school operates under the Pawtucket School District, emphasizing core academic standards, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for future success in secondary education.

The school is named in honor of Joseph Jenks, a notable figure in colonial Rhode Island history, reflecting the community’s connection to its local heritage. Like many schools in the Pawtucket area, Joseph Jenks Middle School prioritizes creating an inclusive atmosphere that serves a diverse student body. By offering a variety of extracurricular activities and academic programs, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and community engagement, striving to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate both their educational journey and their eventual roles in the workforce or higher education.
697
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Joseph Jenks Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White141
Hispanic265
Black197
Asian4
Two or More41
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    265 (40.6%)
  • Black
    197 (30.2%)
  • White
    141 (21.6%)
  • Two or More
    41 (6.3%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pawtucket
Phone: (401)729-6520
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 697
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 485
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Grade 6 237
Grade 7 226
Grade 8 234

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Joseph Jenks Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6237
Grade 7226
Grade 8234
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Joseph Jenks Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32947.2%
Male32446.5%
Not Specified446.3%
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