For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,374 students in 02879, RI (there are 6 private schools, serving 889 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 02879, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02879, RI are South Kingstown High School, Matunuck School and Peace Dale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02879 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 02879, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02879, RI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Kingstown High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
215 Columbia Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 861 students
Rank: #22.
Matunuck School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
380 Matunuck Beach Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Grades: K-4
| 177 students
Rank: #33.
Peace Dale School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
109 Kersey Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Grades: K-4
| 374 students
Rank: #44.
Wakefield School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 High Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1400
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1400
Grades: PK-4
| 168 students
Rank: #55.
Broad Rock Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
351 Broad Rock Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Grades: 5-6
| 374 students
Rank: #66.
Curtis Corner Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Curtis Corner Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1333
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1333
Grades: 7-8
| 420 students
02879, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Grades: PK
| 78 students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Grades: K-5
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02879, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02879, RI include South Kingstown High School, Matunuck School and Peace Dale School.
How many public schools are located in 02879, RI?
6 public schools are located in 02879, RI.
What percentage of students in 02879, RI go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 02879, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02879, RI?
02879, RI public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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