For the 2025 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-8
| 216 students
02881, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Independence Transition Academy (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
25 West Independence Way
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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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