For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,577 students in 02860, RI (there are 4 private schools, serving 173 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 02860, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02860, RI are Francis J. Varieur School, Jacqueline M. Walsh School and Agnes E. Little School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Francis J. Varieur School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | 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: K-5
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Jacqueline M. Walsh School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Divison Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-2148
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-2148
Grades: 9-12
| 184 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Agnes E. Little School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Bend Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Grades: K-5
| 341 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
Henry J. Winters School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
| 513 students
Rank: #3 - 53. - 5.
International Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Grades: K-5
| 380 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Blackstone Academy Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Grades: 9-12
| 351 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
William E. Tolman High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Exchange Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6400
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,056 students
Rank: #88.
Charles E. Shea High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
485 East Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6445
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6445
Grades: 9-12
| 870 students
Rank: #99.
Joseph Jenks Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | 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
| 622 students
Rank: #1010.
Cunningham School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 Baldwin Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Grades: K-5
| 383 students
Rank: #1111.
Samuel Slater Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | 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
| 631 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 schools in 02860, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02860, RI include Francis J. Varieur School, Jacqueline M. Walsh School and Agnes E. Little School.
How many public schools are located in 02860?
11 public schools are located in 02860.
What percentage of students in 02860 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 02860 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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