For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 502 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 27%), 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02896, RI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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 | 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 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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