Serving 446 students in grades 4-5, Hampden Meadows School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampden Meadows 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
Hampden Meadows School's student population of 446 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Hampden Meadows School ranks within the top 10% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Meadows 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
#26 out of 289 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
76%
51%
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
7%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampden Meadows School's ranking?
Hampden Meadows School is ranked #26 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Hampden Meadows School?
446 students attend Hampden Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hampden Meadows School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Meadows School?
Hampden Meadows School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampden Meadows School offer ?
Hampden Meadows School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Meadows School part of?
Hampden Meadows School is part of Barrington School District.
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