Serving 172 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Fort Barton School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Fort Barton School's student population of 172 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Barton School ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Barton School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
88%
51%
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
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Barton School's ranking?
Fort Barton School is ranked #22 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Pocasset School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Fort Barton School?
172 students attend Fort Barton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Fort Barton School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Barton School offer ?
Fort Barton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Barton School part of?
Fort Barton School is part of Tiverton School District.
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