For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in 02881, RI (there are , serving 137 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 02881, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 02881, RI is The Compass School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02881 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02881, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02881, RI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Compass School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
537 Old North Road
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Gr: K-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
02881, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Independence Transition Academy (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
25 West Independence Way
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02881, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02881, RI include The Compass School.
How many public schools are located in 02881?
1 public schools are located in 02881.
What percentage of students in 02881 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 02881 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02881?
02881 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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