For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 530 students in 02838, RI.
The top ranked public school in 02838, RI is Northern Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02838 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02838, RI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02838, RI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northern Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 New River Road
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 769-0261
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 769-0261
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
02838, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northern Early Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
315 New River Rd
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 765-8698
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 765-8698
Grades: PK-1
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02838, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02838, RI include Northern Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02838?
1 public schools are located in 02838.
What is the racial composition of students in 02838?
02838 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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