Hampden Meadows School

297 New Meadow Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 486 students in grades 4-5, Hampden Meadows School ranks 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 10% in RI
  • : 52% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hampden Meadows School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:

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School Overview

Hampden Meadows School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
486 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Hampden Meadows School ranks within the top 10% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Meadows 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (RI)
#27 out of 288 schools
(Top 10%)
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52%
23%
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66%
36%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
6%
3%
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Hispanic
6%
29%
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Black
2%
9%
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White
80%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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0.35
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
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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 Hampden Meadows School's ranking?
Hampden Meadows School is ranked #27 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Hampden Meadows School?
486 students attend Hampden Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hampden Meadows School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Meadows School?
Hampden Meadows School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampden Meadows School offer ?
Hampden Meadows School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Hampden Meadows School part of?
Hampden Meadows School is part of Barrington School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 486 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 52% (Top 10%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

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