Serving 395 students in grades 5-8, Barrington Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barrington Middle School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrington Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
93%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrington Middle School's ranking?
Barrington Middle School is ranked #175 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Barrington Middle School often compared to?
Barrington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oyster River Middle School, Rochester Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Barrington Middle School?
395 students attend Barrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Barrington Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrington Middle School?
Barrington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barrington Middle School offer ?
Barrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Barrington Middle School part of?
Barrington Middle School is part of Barrington School District.
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