For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,487 students in 02904, RI (there are 2 private schools, serving 219 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 02904, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02904, RI are North Providence High School, Birchwood Middle School and Joseph A. Whelan School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02904 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02904, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02904, RI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Providence High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1828 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,095 students
Rank: #22.
Birchwood Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Birchwood Drive
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Grades: 6-8
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
Joseph A. Whelan School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Grades: K-5
| 249 students
Rank: #44.
E-cubed Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Grades: 9-12
| 330 students
Rank: #55.
Stephen Olney School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1378 Douglas Avenue, North Pro
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Grades: K-5
| 385 students
Rank: #66.
Veazie Street School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Veazie Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Grades: K-5
| 539 students
Rank: #77.
Esek Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Grades: 6-8
| 492 students
02904, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Service (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
425 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 278-2051
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 278-2051
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
1135 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 725-0099
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 725-0099
Grades: K-5
| 236 students
Occupational Education High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
550 Branch Ave/wanskuck
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9217
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9217
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
110 Paul St
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9419
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9419
Grades: K-5
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02904, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02904, RI include North Providence High School, Birchwood Middle School and Joseph A. Whelan School.
How many public schools are located in 02904, RI?
7 public schools are located in 02904, RI.
What percentage of students in 02904, RI go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 02904, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02904, RI?
02904, RI public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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