Built in 1914, the original Woonsocket Middle School had a turbulent history. What began as a modest-sized urban high school eventually expanded, and was at one time the biggest middle school in New England. Thousands of students attended Woonsocket Middle School over the years until the building abruptly closed due to asbestos and other health concerns after the completion of two smaller-sized middle schools constructed nearby. The now-abandoned Woonsocket Middle School is waiting for you... if you're brave enough. Come see why it's one of our favorite abandoned places in Rhode Island.
While the history of the school is fascinating, what many people still discuss is the ominous and eerie feeling that comes from the building.
Could it be simply because abandoned places tend to be creepy? Or could the ghost stories have real merit? If you've been on the hunt for "abandoned schools near me," you'll love Woonsocket Middle School.
Dozens of ghost sightings have been reported throughout the building's past and though there seems to be no tangible evidence of the occurrence, many locals have suggested a murder happened inside the building.
Though, of course, none of these spooky stories can actually be verified (we're pretty sure nobody died here), they still are a lot of fun to tell around a campfire... especially a campfire set up at the school (don't do that).
The massive place still stands on Park Place in Woonsocket. Though it is closed to the public, even just driving by and walking around the exterior of this school often evokes feelings of uneasiness and occasional paranormal sightings. This video filmed by a former student of Woonsocket Middle School provides a creepy walkthrough of what the building looks like today:
So, what are your thoughts about the abandoned Woonsocket Middle School? Does it give you the shivers? Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
For more spooky destinations in Rhode Island, you might want to check out some of the most terrifying places in Rhode Island that might just be too scary to ever visit. If you do visit one of the most haunted places in Rhode Island, make sure you take a camera to document your experiences.
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