Serving 639 students in grades 6-7, Barnstable Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnstable Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Barnstable Intermediate School's student population of 639 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Barnstable Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnstable Intermediate School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1259 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
10%
10%
White
50%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnstable Intermediate School's ranking?
Barnstable Intermediate School is ranked #1259 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Barnstable Intermediate School often compared to?
Barnstable Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth South Middle School, Bourne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Barnstable Intermediate School?
639 students attend Barnstable Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barnstable Intermediate School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnstable Intermediate School?
Barnstable Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnstable Intermediate School offer ?
Barnstable Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnstable Intermediate School part of?
Barnstable Intermediate School is part of Barnstable School District.
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