For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 210 students in 02837, RI (there are , serving 20 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 02837, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 02837, RI is Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02837 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02837, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02837, RI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
28 Commons
Little Compton, RI 02837
(401) 592-0363
Little Compton, RI 02837
(401) 592-0363
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02837, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02837, RI include Wilbur And Mcmahon Schools.
How many public schools are located in 02837?
1 public schools are located in 02837.
What percentage of students in 02837 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 02837 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02837?
02837 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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