For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 966 students in 02882, RI (there are 3 private schools, serving 174 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 02882, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02882, RI are Narragansett Elementary School, Narragansett High School and Narragansett Pier School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02882 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02882, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02882, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Narragansett Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
55 Mumford Road
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9420
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9420
Gr: PK-4 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Narragansett High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
245 South Pier Road
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9400
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Narragansett Pier School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 South Pier Road
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9430
Narragansett, RI 02882
(401) 792-9430
Gr: 5-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02882, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02882, RI include Narragansett Elementary School, Narragansett High School and Narragansett Pier School.
How many public schools are located in 02882?
3 public schools are located in 02882.
What percentage of students in 02882 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 02882 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02882?
02882 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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