For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 622 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked public middle school in 02871, RI is Portsmouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02871, RI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portsmouth Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Grades: 5-8
| 622 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 middle schools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 02871, RI include Portsmouth Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02871?
1 public middle schools are located in 02871.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871?
02871 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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