For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,577 students in Bristol, RI (there are , serving 101 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Bristol, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, RI are Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rockwell School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1225 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Grades: K-5
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Guiteras School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 Washington Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Grades: K-5
| 214 students
Rank: #33.
Colt Andrews School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
570-574 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #44.
Mt. Hope High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Chestnut Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Grades: 9-12
| 837 students
Bristol, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
220 High Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5993
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5993
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
570 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5991
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5991
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
235 High Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Grades: K-5
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bristol, RI?
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, RI include Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
4 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bristol include: Guiteras School vs. Colt Andrews School, Rockwell School vs. Colt Andrews School, Guiteras School vs. Rockwell School
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