For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 810 students in 02921, RI (there are 2 private schools, serving 77 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 02921, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02921, RI are Orchard Farms El. School and Hope Highlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02921 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02921, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02921, RI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orchard Farms El. School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1555 Scituate Avenue
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8801
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8801
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Hope Highlands Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Hope Road
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8148
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8148
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
02921, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Hope Road
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8148
Cranston, RI 02921
(401) 270-8148
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02921, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02921, RI include Orchard Farms El. School and Hope Highlands Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02921?
2 public schools are located in 02921.
What percentage of students in 02921 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 02921 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02921?
02921 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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