For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,280 students in 02889, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 02889 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02889, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02889, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Hoxsie School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 Glenwood Drive
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Warwick Veterans Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,066 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Oakland Beach School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
02889, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
69 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Gr: 7-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
61 Hoxsie Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Gr: K-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
51 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Gr: 4 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02889, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02889, RI include Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02889?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02889.
What is the racial composition of students in 02889?
02889 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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