For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 789 students in 02879, RI.
The top ranked public high school in 02879, RI is South Kingstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 02879 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02879, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02879 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Kingstown High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public high school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02879, RI Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Kingstown High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
215 Columbia Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 789 students
02879, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Grades: PK
| 78 students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Grades: K-5
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02879, RI?
The top ranked public high schools in 02879, RI include South Kingstown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02879?
1 public high schools are located in 02879.
What is the racial composition of students in 02879?
02879 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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