For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 337 students in Smithfield, RI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Smithfield, RI is Raymond Laperche School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithfield, RI public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in Smithfield have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Smithfield, RI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raymond Laperche School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11 Limerock Road
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Smithfield, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Smithfield, RI include Raymond Laperche School.
How many public preschools are located in Smithfield?
1 public preschools are located in Smithfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithfield?
Smithfield public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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