For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,354 students in 02806, RI (there are 5 private schools, serving 716 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 02806, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02806, RI are Nayatt School, Barrington High School and Sowams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02806 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02806, RI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02806, RI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nayatt School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
400 Nayatt Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3175
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3175
Grades: K-3
| 353 students
Rank: #22.
Barrington High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
220 Lincoln Avenue
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3150
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,119 students
Rank: #33.
Sowams Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
364 Sowams Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3180
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3180
Grades: K-3
| 268 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Barrington Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
261 Middle Highway
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3160
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3160
Grades: 6-8
| 797 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Primrose Hill School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
60 Middle Highway
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3170
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3170
Grades: PK-3
| 331 students
Rank: #66.
Hampden Meadows School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
297 New Meadow Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3166
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3166
Grades: 4-5
| 486 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02806, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02806, RI include Nayatt School, Barrington High School and Sowams Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02806, RI?
6 public schools are located in 02806, RI.
What percentage of students in 02806, RI go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 02806, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02806, RI?
02806, RI public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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