For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,386 students in 02917, RI (there are 2 private schools, serving 81 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 02917, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02917, RI are Raymond Laperche School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Smithfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02917 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02917, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02917, RI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raymond Laperche School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11 Limerock Road
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students
Rank: #22.
Pleasant View Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Pleasant View Ave.
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Grades: K-5
| 533 students
Rank: #33.
Smithfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
90 Pleasant View Avenue
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2050
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2050
Grades: 9-12
| 791 students
Rank: #44.
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Indian Run Trail
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2056
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2056
Grades: 6-8
| 538 students
Rank: #55.
Old County Road School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Old County Road
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6613
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6613
Grades: K-5
| 205 students
02917, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Pleasant View Avenue
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02917, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02917, RI include Raymond Laperche School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Smithfield High School.
How many public schools are located in 02917, RI?
5 public schools are located in 02917, RI.
What percentage of students in 02917, RI go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 02917, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02917, RI?
02917, RI public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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