For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,550 students in North Providence, RI (there are 3 private schools, serving 222 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in North Providence, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in North Providence, RI are Greystone School, Dr. Edward Ricci School and Centredale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
North Providence, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in North Providence have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in North Providence, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greystone School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Morgan Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1130
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1130
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Dr. Edward Ricci School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
51 Intervale Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1170
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1170
Grades: 6-8
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Centredale School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41 Angell Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1145
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1145
Grades: PK-5
| 220 students
Rank: #44.
James L. Mcguire School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
55 Central Avenue, North Provi
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1135
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 233-1135
Grades: K-5
| 403 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Academy Rhode Island
Charter School
622 Woonasquatucket Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 680-6086
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 680-6086
Grades: 5-6
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in North Providence, RI?
The top ranked public schools in North Providence, RI include Greystone School, Dr. Edward Ricci School and Centredale School.
How many public schools are located in North Providence?
5 public schools are located in North Providence.
What percentage of students in North Providence go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in North Providence are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in North Providence?
North Providence public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in North Providence are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in North Providence include: Centredale School vs. Greystone School, Centredale School vs. James L. Mcguire School, James L. Mcguire School vs. Centredale School
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