For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,468 students in 02857, RI.
The top-ranked public schools in 02857, RI are Fogarty Memorial, North Scituate School and Ponaganset High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02857 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02857, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02857, RI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fogarty Memorial
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
736 Snake Hill Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 568-6211
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 568-6211
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Scituate School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46 Institute Lane
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4110
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4110
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Ponaganset High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
137 Anan Wade Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Scituate High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94 Trimtown Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4120
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4120
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Ponaganset Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7 Rustic Hill Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Scituate Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94 Trimtown Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4123
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4123
Gr: 6-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02857, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02857, RI include Fogarty Memorial, North Scituate School and Ponaganset High School.
How many public schools are located in 02857?
6 public schools are located in 02857.
What is the racial composition of students in 02857?
02857 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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