For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 422 students in 02878, RI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02878, RI are Ranger School and Pocasset School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02878 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02878, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02878, RI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ranger School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
278 North Brayton Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8467
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8467
Gr: PK-4 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Pocasset School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
242 Main Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6654
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6654
Gr: PK-4 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
02878, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Neck Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-2847
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-2847
Gr: K-4 | 84 students Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02878, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02878, RI include Ranger School and Pocasset School.
How many public preschools are located in 02878?
2 public preschools are located in 02878.
What is the racial composition of students in 02878?
02878 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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