For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,273 students in Bristol County, RI. The top ranked public high schools in Bristol County, RI are Barrington High School, Mt. Hope High School and Highlander Secondary Charter S. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol County, RI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Bristol County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Bristol County, RI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Barrington High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Bristol County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
| 1,101 students
Rank: #22.
Mt. Hope High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Chestnut Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Grades: 9-12
| 837 students
Rank: #33.
Highlander Secondary Charter S
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
360 Market Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3585
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3585
Grades: 7-12
| 335 students
Bristol County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
220 High Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5993
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5993
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
570 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5991
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5991
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
790 South Main Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3749
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3749
Grades: 4-5
| 144 students
0395 Broadway
Prudence Island, RI 02872
(401) 683-3533
Prudence Island, RI 02872
(401) 683-3533
Grades: 1-4
| 3 students
235 High Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Grades: K-5
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Bristol County, RI?
The top ranked public high schools in Bristol County, RI include Barrington High School, Mt. Hope High School and Highlander Secondary Charter S. Bristol County has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Rhode Island.
How many public high schools are located in Bristol County?
3 public high schools are located in Bristol County.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol County?
Bristol County public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Bristol County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Bristol County include: Mt. Hope High School vs. Barrington High School, Barrington High School vs. Mt. Hope High School
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