Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sarah Dyer Barnes School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarah Dyer Barnes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sarah Dyer Barnes School's student population of 266 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a safe and enriching learning environment where the whole student is nurtured and developed.
School Rankings
Sarah Dyer Barnes School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarah Dyer Barnes School is 0.57, 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
#160 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
8%
9%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah Dyer Barnes School's ranking?
Sarah Dyer Barnes School is ranked #160 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Sarah Dyer Barnes School?
266 students attend Sarah Dyer Barnes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sarah Dyer Barnes School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah Dyer Barnes School?
Sarah Dyer Barnes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sarah Dyer Barnes School offer ?
Sarah Dyer Barnes School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarah Dyer Barnes School part of?
Sarah Dyer Barnes School is part of Johnston School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The Behavior Specialist worked with my child over the past year (as well as with many of the students) and he is now more confident, social, verbal and happy. I have heard positive feedback from other parents also.
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