For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,085 students in 02896, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02896, RI are North Smithfield Elementary School and North Smithfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02896 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02896, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02896, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
North Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2214 Providence Pike
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
Gr: PK-4 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
North Smithfield Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1850 Providence Pike
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 597-6100
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 597-6100
Gr: 5-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
02896, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
358 Victory Highway
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
Gr: 4-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02896, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02896, RI include North Smithfield Elementary School and North Smithfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02896?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02896.
What is the racial composition of students in 02896?
02896 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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