02871 Rhode Island Public High Schools
- For the 2019-20 school year, there is 1 top public high school in 02871, Rhode Island, serving 902 students.
- Public schools in zipcode 02871 have a diversity score of 0.16, which is lower than the Rhode Island average of 0.36.
- The most diverse school in zipcode 02871 is Melville School. Read more about public school diversity statistics in Rhode Island or national school diversity statistics.
- Minority enrollment is 8% (majority Hispanic) and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
02871, RI Public High Schools (2019-20)
- School Location Grades Students
- Portsmouth Portsmouth High School120 Education Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401)683-2124
Grades: 9-12 | 902 students
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