Top 3 Best 02871 Rhode Island Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,400 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI are Melville School, Portsmouth Middle School and Howard Hathaway School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 33% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02871, RI Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Melville School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1351 West Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-1650
Grades: PK-4
| 349 students
Rank: #22.
Portsmouth Middle School
Math: 34% | Reading: 52%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
125 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Grades: 5-8
| 635 students
Rank: #33.
Howard Hathaway School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
53 Tallman Avenue
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0500
Grades: K-4
| 416 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 02871 Rhode Island

02871, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1 Frank Coelho Dr
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-3899
Grades: K-5
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI include Melville School, Portsmouth Middle School and Howard Hathaway School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02871, RI?
3 public elementary schools are located in 02871, RI.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871, RI?
02871, RI public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

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