Serving 642 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 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barnstable Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hyannis, MA, covering an area of approximately 76.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 8.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnstable Intermediate School's student population of 642 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
642 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnstable Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnstable Intermediate School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1279 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
47%
51%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #1279 out of 1,626 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 Plymouth South Middle School, Bourne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Barnstable Intermediate School?
642 students attend Barnstable Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Barnstable Intermediate School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnstable Intermediate School?
Barnstable Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnstable Intermediate School offer ?
Barnstable Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnstable Intermediate School part of?
Barnstable Intermediate School is part of Barnstable School District.
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