Barrington High School is a public high school located in Barrington, a town in Bristol County, Rhode Island. Barrington High School is the only high school of the Barrington Public Schools district, enrolling 1028 students in grades 9-12.
Serving 1,098 students in grades 9-12, Barrington High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrington High 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barrington High School's student population of 1,098 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,098 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Campus Size
28 acres (11 ha)
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Barrington High School ranks within the top 1% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrington High School is 0.41, 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
#2 out of 287 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
2%
9%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: American Bald Eagle (girls' Sports Are Denoted Lady Eaglets)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrington High School's ranking?
Barrington High School is ranked #2 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Barrington High School often compared to?
Barrington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Hope High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barrington High School?
The graduation rate of Barrington High School is 96%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Barrington High School?
1,098 students attend Barrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Barrington High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Barrington High School?
Barrington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barrington High School offer ?
Barrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barrington High School part of?
Barrington High School is part of Barrington School District.
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