FORT BARTON SCHOOL

Fort Barton School is a public elementary school that is part of the Tiverton school district, located in Tiverton, RI with about 215 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 17 teachers, Fort Barton School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fort Barton School, located at 99 Lawton Avenue in Tiverton, Rhode Island, serves as a public elementary school within the Tiverton School District. Historically recognized for its commitment to providing a foundational education, the school fosters a community-oriented environment designed to support the academic and social development of students in their early formative years. Its location in a residential area of Tiverton allows it to function as a neighborhood hub, emphasizing a close-knit relationship between students, faculty, and local families.

Academically, Fort Barton focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that prioritizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating enrichment activities to encourage student engagement. The school’s mission generally aligns with the broader goals of the Tiverton district, which seeks to prepare students for middle school success through a blend of traditional instruction and supportive learning initiatives. With its established presence in the community, the school remains a key educational pillar for Tiverton residents.

For more information, contact Fort Barton School at (401) 624-6114 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

99 Lawton Avenue
Tiverton, RI 02878
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FORT BARTON SCHOOL is a public school in Tiverton, RI with about 215 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Rhode Island

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Tiverton
Total Students:
215
Teachers:
17.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 215 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FORT BARTON SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.

White
92.6%
Two or more races
4.2%
Hispanic/Latino
1.9%
Black or African American
1.4%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.