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#158 of 302 schools in RI

Sarah Dyer Barnes School

Elementary School · Johnston

24 Barnes Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#158 of 302

In Johnston

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Johnston

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Sarah Dyer Barnes School

Sarah Dyer Barnes School is a public elementary school in Johnston, RI, part of Johnston. Sarah Dyer Barnes School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sarah Dyer Barnes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Sarah Dyer Barnes School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
District avg 6.4
RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.7Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.1Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-10.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile33th

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$20,836

Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Sarah Dyer Barnes School — Students at Sarah Dyer Barnes School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

52%

ELA

77%

2010

Math

57%

ELA

72%

2011

Math

62%

ELA

72%

2012

Math

57%

ELA

62%

2013

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

37%

ELA

52%

2016

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2019

Math

32%

ELA

42%

2020*

Math

17%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

17%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

22%

ELA

32%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Sarah Dyer Barnes School Compares

See how Sarah Dyer Barnes School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.1/10

48th percentile in RI

Academic

5.1/10

Average

Growth

5.7/10

Average

Environment

8.8/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

35%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

27 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

21.1%

Location

24 Barnes Avenue, Johnston, RI 02919

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sarah Dyer Barnes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Early Childhood Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greystone School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby North Providence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Providence), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Johnston, see our Johnston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Johnston Senior High Johnston	0.9 mi	805	6.9
Nicholas A. Ferri Middle Johnston	0.9 mi	738	6.1
Early Childhood Center Johnston	0.9 mi	208	8.0
Excel Academy Rhode Island North Providence	1.2 mi	199	6.5
Dr. Edward Ricci School North Providence	1.1 mi	417	6.5
ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence	1.0 mi	127	5.1
Centredale School North Providence	1.4 mi	220	5.0
Winsor Hill School Johnston	1.5 mi	380	5.3
GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence	1.4 mi	24	—
Greystone School North Providence	1.7 mi	311	7.5
James L. McGuire School North Providence	1.5 mi	403	4.3
Graniteville School Johnston	1.8 mi	144	3.7
Governor Christopher DelSesto Providence	1.7 mi	647	4.9
Anthony Carnevale Elementary Providence	1.8 mi	477	5.0
Mount Pleasant High Providence	1.7 mi	1,113	4.3
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence	1.8 mi	234	5.9
North Providence High North Providence	2.1 mi	1,098	7.3
Achievement First Providence Providence	2.1 mi	461	3.5
AF Providence Mayoral Middle Providence	2.1 mi	405	3.4
Achievement First Envision Ele Providence	2.1 mi	357	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02919 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,811

Median Home Value

$326,100

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

29,473

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

72.4%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sarah Dyer Barnes School

What grades does Sarah Dyer Barnes School serve?

Sarah Dyer Barnes School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sarah Dyer Barnes School?

Sarah Dyer Barnes School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sarah Dyer Barnes School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sarah Dyer Barnes School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sarah Dyer Barnes School rank in RI?

Sarah Dyer Barnes School ranks #158 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Sarah Dyer Barnes School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sarah Dyer Barnes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Sarah Dyer Barnes School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sarah Dyer Barnes School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sarah Dyer Barnes School a charter school?

No, Sarah Dyer Barnes School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sarah Dyer Barnes School a Title I school?

No, Sarah Dyer Barnes School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sarah Dyer Barnes School?

35.0% of students at Sarah Dyer Barnes School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.