Best 02871 Rhode Island Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 330 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked public preschool in 02871, RI is Melville School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02871, RI Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Melville School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1351 West Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-1650
Grades: PK-4
| 330 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 preschools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked public preschools in 02871, RI include Melville School.
How many public preschools are located in 02871?
1 public preschools are located in 02871.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871?
02871 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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