For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 630 students in 02861, RI.
The top ranked public middle school in 02861, RI is Lyman B. Goff Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02861 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02861, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02861, RI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyman B. Goff Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
974 Newport Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6500
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 729-6500
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 02861, RI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 02861, RI include Lyman B. Goff Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02861?
1 public middle schools are located in 02861.
What is the racial composition of students in 02861?
02861 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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