For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,096 students in 02860, RI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI are Francis J. Varieur School, Agnes E. Little School and International Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Francis J. Varieur School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
486 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6266
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6266
Grades: PK-5
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Agnes E. Little School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Bend Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Grades: K-5
| 330 students
Rank: #33.
International Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Rank: #44.
Henry J. Winters School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
481 Broadway
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6272
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6272
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
Rank: #55.
Cunningham School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
40 Baldwin Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Grades: K-5
| 375 students
Rank: #66.
Joseph Jenks Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
350 Division Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6520
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6520
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Rank: #77.
Samuel Slater Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
281 Mineral Spring Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6480
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6480
Grades: 6-8
| 589 students
02860, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
43 Webster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Grades: 4-6
| 209 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI include Francis J. Varieur School, Agnes E. Little School and International Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02860?
7 public elementary schools are located in 02860.
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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