For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 523 students in 02842, RI.
The top-ranked public high school in 02842, RI is Middletown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 02842 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02842, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02842 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Middletown High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02842, RI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middletown High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-7250
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-7250
Gr: 9-12 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
02842, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
26 Oliphant Lane
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Gr: K | 53 students Minority enrollment: 26%
740 West Main Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02842, RI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02842, RI include Middletown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02842?
1 public high schools are located in 02842.
What is the racial composition of students in 02842?
02842 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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