For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,929 students in 02904, RI (there are , serving 283 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 02904, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI are Birchwood Middle School, North Providence High School and Joseph A. Whelan School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02904 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02904, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02904, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Birchwood Drive
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
North Providence High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1828 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,098 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Joseph A. Whelan School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Stephen Olney School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1378 Douglas Avenue, North Pro
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Pleasant View School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Paul Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9325
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9325
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
E-cubed Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Gr: 9-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Veazie Street School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Veazie Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Esek Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Gr: 6-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
425 Branch Ave.
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-1707
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-1707
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
02904, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Service (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
425 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 278-2051
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 278-2051
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1135 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 725-0099
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 725-0099
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Occupational Education High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
550 Branch Ave/wanskuck
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9217
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9217
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
110 Paul St
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9419
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9419
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI include Birchwood Middle School, North Providence High School and Joseph A. Whelan School.
How many public schools are located in 02904?
9 public schools are located in 02904.
What percentage of students in 02904 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 02904 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02904?
02904 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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