Serving 202 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fort Barton School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Barton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Fort Barton School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fort Barton School ranks within the top 5% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Barton School is 0.21, 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
#5 out of 288 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
89%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Barton School's ranking?
Fort Barton School is ranked #5 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Fort Barton School often compared to?
Fort Barton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ranger School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Fort Barton School?
202 students attend Fort Barton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Fort Barton School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Barton School?
Fort Barton School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Barton School offer ?
Fort Barton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Fort Barton School part of?
Fort Barton School is part of Tiverton School District.
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