Best 02879 Rhode Island Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 861 students in 02879, RI.
The top ranked public high school in 02879, RI is South Kingstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 02879 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 02879, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02879 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Kingstown High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public high school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02879, RI Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Kingstown High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
215 Columbia Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 861 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 02879 Rhode Island

02879, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
153 School St
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Grades: PK
| 99 students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Grades: PK
| 78 students
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Grades: K-5
| 231 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 02879, RI?
The top ranked public high schools in 02879, RI include South Kingstown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02879, RI?
1 public high schools are located in 02879, RI.
What is the racial composition of students in 02879, RI?
02879, RI public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

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