For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,173 students in 02891, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 02891, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02891, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 02891 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 02891, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02891, RI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
State Street 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
| 232 students
Rank: #22.
Dunn's Corners 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
| 270 students
Rank: #33.
Westerly High 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
| 692 students
Rank: #44.
Westerly Middle 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
| 649 students
Rank: #55.
Springbrook Elementary 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
| 251 students
Rank: n/an/a
23 Highland Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Grades: PK
| 79 students
02891, 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 02891, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02891, RI include State Street School, Dunn's Corners School and Westerly High School.
How many public schools are located in 02891?
6 public schools are located in 02891.
What percentage of students in 02891 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 02891 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02891?
02891 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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