Barrington Middle School serves 797 students in grades 6-8.
Barrington Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Barrington Middle School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Barrington Middle School is 0.35, 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
#17 out of 288 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
80%
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
4%
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 Barrington Middle School's ranking?
Barrington Middle School is ranked #17 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Barrington Middle School often compared to?
Barrington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kickemuit Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Barrington Middle School?
797 students attend Barrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Barrington Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrington Middle School?
Barrington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barrington Middle School offer ?
Barrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Barrington Middle School part of?
Barrington Middle School is part of Barrington School District.
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