For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 492 students in 02896, RI.
The top ranked public middle school in 02896, RI is North Smithfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02896 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02896, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02896, RI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 492 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 middle schools in 02896, RI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 02896, RI include North Smithfield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02896?
1 public middle schools are located in 02896.
What is the racial composition of students in 02896?
02896 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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