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Barnstable Intermediate School

Middle School · Barnstable

895 Falmouth Road, Hyannis, MA 02601

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

3.5

Grades

6th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,692 of 1,793

In Hyannis

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Barnstable

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Barnstable Intermediate School

3.5/10

Middle School in Hyannis · grades 6th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barnstable High

4.4/10

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3.7/10

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About Barnstable Intermediate School

Barnstable Intermediate School is a public middle school in Hyannis, MA, part of Barnstable. Barnstable Intermediate School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnstable Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,692 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Barnstable Intermediate School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts below MA schools
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Barnstable Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,051
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Barnstable Intermediate School — Students at Barnstable Intermediate School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 70 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
42.8%
ELA
45.5%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
21.8%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
28.8%
2023
Math
24%
ELA
27.7%
2024
Math
25.7%
ELA
21.7%
2025
Math
24.7%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.

How Barnstable Intermediate School Compares

See how Barnstable Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
6th percentile in MA
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

Location

895 Falmouth Road, Hyannis, MA 02601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barnstable Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyannis, see our Hyannis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Barnstable High Hyannis 0.3 mi 4.4
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 0.6 mi 3.7
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 0.7 mi 2.9
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 1.4 mi 8.2
Centerville Elementary Centerville 1.9 mi 6.5
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 1.9 mi 7.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 2.0 mi 6.0
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 2.0 mi 5.7
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 2.8 mi 5.2
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 2.7 mi 6.6
BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville 3.3 mi
Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills 3.4 mi 4.6
West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills 3.5 mi 7.1
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville 3.8 mi 5.2
FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills 3.9 mi
Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth 4.0 mi 7.4
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 6.5 mi 6.0
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth 6.5 mi 6.5
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 6.5 mi 8.6
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 7.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,989

Median Home Value

$408,800

Median Rent

$1,629/mo

Population

16,066

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

44.1

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Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River, MA 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barnstable Intermediate School

What grades does Barnstable Intermediate School serve?

Barnstable Intermediate School serves students in grades 6th through 7th.

How many students attend Barnstable Intermediate School?

Barnstable Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnstable Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barnstable Intermediate School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barnstable Intermediate School rank in MA?

Barnstable Intermediate School ranks #1,692 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Barnstable Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barnstable Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barnstable Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barnstable Intermediate School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barnstable Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Barnstable Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barnstable Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Barnstable Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

District

Barnstable
District Enrollment
4,817
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,051
District Rank
#8 of 9

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