For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,601 students in 02861, RI (there are 3 private schools, serving 472 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 02861, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02861, RI are Flora S. Curtis School, Curvin-mccabe School and Fallon Memorial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02861 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02861, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02861, RI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Flora S. Curtis School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
582 Benefit Street
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6252
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6252
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Curvin-mccabe School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
466 Cottage Street
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6258
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6258
Grades: K-5
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Fallon Memorial School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
62 Lincoln Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6254
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6254
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #44.
Potter-burns School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
973 Newport Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6250
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6250
Grades: K-5
| 434 students
Rank: #55.
Nathanael Greene School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
285 Smithfield Ave Pawtucket
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6260
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6260
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #66.
Lyman B. Goff Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
974 Newport Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6500
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6500
Grades: 6-8
| 618 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02861, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02861, RI include Flora S. Curtis School, Curvin-mccabe School and Fallon Memorial School.
How many public schools are located in 02861, RI?
6 public schools are located in 02861, RI.
What percentage of students in 02861, RI go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 02861, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02861, RI?
02861, RI public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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