For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,337 students in 02889, RI (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,196 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 02889, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02889, RI are Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02889 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02889, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02889, RI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Warwick Neck School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Lennox Avenue (formerly 15
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3480
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3480
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Sherman School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 Killey Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3565
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3565
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Hoxsie School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 Glenwood Drive
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Grades: K-5
| 264 students
Rank: #44.
Warwick Veterans Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,160 students
Rank: #55.
Oakland Beach School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
383 Oakland Beach Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3420
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3420
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
02889, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
69 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Grades: 7-8
| 404 students
61 Hoxsie Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Grades: K-6
| 199 students
51 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Grades: 4
| 2 students
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 809 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02889, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02889, RI include Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School.
How many public schools are located in 02889, RI?
5 public schools are located in 02889, RI.
What percentage of students in 02889, RI go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 02889, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02889, RI?
02889, RI public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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