For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 790 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked public high school in 02871, RI is Portsmouth High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02871 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portsmouth High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02871, RI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portsmouth High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
120 Education Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-2124
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-2124
Grades: 9-12
| 790 students
02871, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1 Frank Coelho Dr
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-3899
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-3899
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked public high schools in 02871, RI include Portsmouth High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02871?
1 public high schools are located in 02871.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871?
02871 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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