For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,053 students in 02861, RI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 02861 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02861, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02861, RI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Flora S. Curtis School
Magnet 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
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Curvin-mccabe School
Magnet 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
| 335 students
Rank: #33.
Fallon Memorial School
Magnet 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
| 566 students
Rank: #44.
Potter-burns School
Magnet 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
| 437 students
Rank: #55.
Nathanael Greene School
Magnet 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
| 382 students
Rank: #66.
Lyman B. Goff Middle School
Magnet 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
| 642 students
Rank: #77.
Elizabeth Baldwin School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
723 Central Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6264
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6264
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02861, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02861, RI include Flora S. Curtis School, Curvin-mccabe School and Fallon Memorial School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02861?
7 public elementary schools are located in 02861.
What is the racial composition of students in 02861?
02861 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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