For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 789 students in 02860, RI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02860, RI are Francis J. Varieur School and Henry J. Winters School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
02860, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
43 Webster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Gr: 4-6 | 209 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02860, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02860, RI include Francis J. Varieur School and Henry J. Winters School.
How many public preschools are located in 02860?
2 public preschools are located in 02860.
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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