Serving 471 students in grades 4-5, Hampden Meadows School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hampden Meadows School's attendance zone covers the entire Barrington, RI school district, encompassing approximately 15.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hampden Meadows School's student population of 471 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampden Meadows School ranks within the top 20% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Meadows School is 0.40, 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
#31 out of 287 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #31 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hampden Meadows School?
471 students attend Hampden Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hampden Meadows School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Meadows School part of?
Hampden Meadows School is part of Barrington School District.
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