For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,159 students in 02860, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI are Francis J. Varieur School, Agnes E. Little School and International Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Francis J. Varieur School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
486 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6266
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6266
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Agnes E. Little School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Bend Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6256
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
International Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Henry J. Winters School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
481 Broadway
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6272
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6272
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Cunningham School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
40 Baldwin Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6262
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Joseph Jenks Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
350 Division Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6520
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6520
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Samuel Slater Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
281 Mineral Spring Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6480
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6480
Gr: 6-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02860, RI include Francis J. Varieur School, Agnes E. Little School and International Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02860?
7 public elementary schools are located in 02860.
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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