Serving 682 students in grades 6-7, Barnstable Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnstable Intermediate School's student population of 682 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barnstable Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnstable Intermediate School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
24%
23%
Black
10%
10%
White
57%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnstable Intermediate School's ranking?
Barnstable Intermediate School is ranked #1218 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Barnstable Intermediate School often compared to?
Barnstable Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Barnstable Intermediate School?
682 students attend Barnstable Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Barnstable Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnstable Intermediate School?
Barnstable Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnstable Intermediate School offer ?
Barnstable Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnstable Intermediate School part of?
Barnstable Intermediate School is part of Barnstable School District.
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