For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,095 students in Westerly, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Westerly, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Westerly, RI are Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Westerly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westerly, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Westerly have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Westerly, RI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunn's Corners School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 1/2 Plateau Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Gr: K-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
State Street School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 State Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Gr: K-4 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Westerly High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23 Ward Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Gr: 9-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39 Springbrook Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Gr: K-4 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Westerly Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Sandy Hill Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Gr: 5-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
23 Highland Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Gr: PK | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Westerly, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Westerly, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in Westerly, RI include Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Westerly High School.
How many public schools are located in Westerly?
6 public schools are located in Westerly.
What percentage of students in Westerly go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Westerly are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Westerly?
Westerly public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Westerly are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Westerly include: State Street School vs. Dunn's Corners School, Springbrook Elementary School vs. State Street School, Dunn's Corners School vs. State Street School
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