Nathan Bishop Middle

101 Sessions Street
Providence, RI 02906

719 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Nathan Bishop Middle School, located in the historic East Side of Providence, Rhode Island, serves as a vibrant neighborhood hub dedicated to fostering academic excellence and social-emotional growth for students in grades 6 through 8. As a public institution, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and inclusivity, drawing from a diverse student body to create a collaborative learning environment. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a rigorous curriculum that balances core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities, ensuring students are well-prepared for the transition to high school.

Beyond its academic program, Nathan Bishop is noted for its focus on cultivating a supportive school culture. The administration and faculty prioritize extracurricular engagement, offering various clubs, sports, and arts programs that allow students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills. Located at 101 Sessions Street, the school benefits from a setting that encourages local partnerships, making it a cornerstone of the surrounding residential community and a focal point for families seeking a comprehensive middle school experience in Providence.

719

Total Students

44.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

80.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Nathan Bishop Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	107
Hispanic	432
Black	111
Asian	29
Two or More	33
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
432 (60.3%)
Black
111 (15.5%)
White
107 (14.9%)
Two or More
33 (4.6%)
Asian
29 (4.0%)
American Indian
4 (0.6%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

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:	Providence
Phone:	(401)456-9344
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	719
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	512
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	64

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 274

Grade 7 243

Grade 8 202