For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in 02837, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 02837, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 02837, RI is Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02837 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02837, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02837, RI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28 Commons
Little Compton, RI 02837
(401) 592-0363
Little Compton, RI 02837
(401) 592-0363
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02837, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02837, RI include Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools.
How many public schools are located in 02837?
1 public schools are located in 02837.
What percentage of students in 02837 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 02837 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02837?
02837 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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