For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,242 students in Westerly, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Westerly, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Westerly, RI are State Street School, Dunn's Corners School and Westerly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westerly, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Westerly have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Westerly, RI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
State Street School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 State Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Grades: K-4
| 255 students
Rank: #22.
Dunn's Corners School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 1/2 Plateau Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Grades: K-4
| 271 students
Rank: #33.
Westerly High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23 Ward Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Grades: 9-12
| 699 students
Rank: #44.
Westerly Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Sandy Hill Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Grades: 5-8
| 697 students
Rank: #55.
Springbrook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
39 Springbrook Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Grades: K-4
| 260 students
Rank: n/an/a
Westerly Inclusion Preschool P
Magnet School
23 Highland Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Grades: PK
| 60 students
Westerly, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
93 Tower Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2715
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2715
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Westerly, RI?
The top ranked public schools in Westerly, RI include State Street School, Dunn's Corners School and Westerly High School.
How many public schools are located in Westerly?
6 public schools are located in Westerly.
What percentage of students in Westerly go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Westerly are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Westerly?
Westerly public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Westerly are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Westerly include: Dunn's Corners School vs. State Street School, Dunn's Corners School vs. Westerly High School
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