For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 226 students in Foster, RI.
The top ranked public elementary school in Foster, RI is Capt. Isaac Paine El. School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Foster, RI public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in Foster have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Foster, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capt. Isaac Paine El. School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
160 Foster Center Road
Foster, RI 02825
(401) 647-5200
Foster, RI 02825
(401) 647-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Foster, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Foster, RI include Capt. Isaac Paine El. School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Foster?
1 public elementary schools are located in Foster.
What is the racial composition of students in Foster?
Foster public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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