Serving 789 students in grades 6-8, Barrington Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 61% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barrington Middle School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrington Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrington Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
79%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #9 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Barrington Middle School?
789 students attend Barrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Barrington Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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